Boston Cream Doughnuts
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Category
Dessert/Cake
Cuisine
American
Servings
14-16
Prep Time
45 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Calories
350
Craving Dunkin' Donuts?
Why not make your own delicious Boston Cream Doughnuts at home!
In this detailed tutorial, we walk you through every step of crafting these heavenly treats from scratch.
From the airy yeast dough to the rich, velvety pastry cream, and that luscious chocolate glaze, we cover it all.
Perfect for weekend baking, these doughnuts are sure to impress your family and friends.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced baker, this video will help you achieve doughnut perfection.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups (370g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (50g) sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast (or active dry yeast)
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup (227g) milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (to create buttermilk)
- 2 tablespoons (28g) melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-liter oil for frying
- 2-1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup (99g) sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, or 1/2 vanilla bean, slit lengthwise
- 1/4 cup (28g) cornstarch
- 4 large egg yolks
- 4 tablespoons (57g) butter
- 1/2 cup (114g) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (optional)
- 1/2 cup (85g) semisweet chocolate chips or chopped semisweet or bittersweet chocolate
- 2 tablespoons (28g) butter
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon (25g) light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Large mixing bowl
- Small bowl for mixing liquids
- Whisk
- Dough hook or hand kneader
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Parchment or waxed paper
- Cookie sheet
- Plastic wrap
- Heavy frying pan or skillet
- Thermometer for oil temperature
- Slotted spoon
- Wire rack for cooling
- Saucepan for pastry cream
- Strainer
- Ice bath setup
- Piping bag with small round nozzle
Dough:
Pastry Cream:
Chocolate Glaze:
Kitchen Tools Needed:
Directions
Prepare the Dough:
Whisk dry ingredients in a large bowl: flour, sugar, salt, nutmeg, and yeast.
In a small bowl, combine milk and lemon juice to make buttermilk, then mix in egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
Combine wet and dry ingredients and knead into a soft dough.
Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (1.5 to 2 hours).
Punch down and let rise again if desired for enhanced flavor.
Shape Doughnuts:
Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/4" thickness and cut with a doughnut cutter.
Place on parchment paper, cover with greased plastic wrap, and let rise until doubled (1.5 hours).
Fry Doughnuts:
Heat oil to 350°F (180°C) in a frying pan.
Fry doughnuts until golden brown, about 1 minute per side.
Drain on absorbent paper.
Prepare Pastry Cream:
Combine milk, sugar, salt, and vanilla bean in a saucepan and bring to a simmer.
Whisk cornstarch, egg yolks, and some milk in a bowl, then temper with hot milk and return to heat, stirring until thickened.
Cool in an ice bath, adding butter and vanilla extract.
Make Chocolate Glaze:
Melt chocolate, butter, and corn syrup together until smooth and glossy.
Assemble:
Fill cooled doughnuts with pastry cream using a piping bag.
Dip or drizzle with chocolate glaze.
Recipe Video
Recipe Note
Tips for Success:
- Ensure all ingredients, especially for the pastry cream, are measured accurately.
- Monitor oil temperature closely to avoid over-frying.
- Allow doughnuts to cool slightly before filling to prevent the cream from melting.
Storage Tips:
- Doughnuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a day or refrigerated for up to 3 days.
This comprehensive recipe guide provides everything you need to create decadent Boston Cream Doughnuts that rival your favorite doughnut shop’s offerings! Enjoy the process and the delicious results!
Nutrition
Nutrition
- Serving Size
- 100
- per serving
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 5 grams
- 5%
- Fat
- 15 grams
- 15%
- Carbs
- 50 grams
- 50%
- Sugar
- 25 grams
- 25%
- Fiber
- 1 grams
- 1%
