Crème Brûlée Donuts
A delightful fusion of creamy crème brûlée and soft, fluffy homemade donuts, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Donut Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Forms the soft, spongy base.
- 0.5 cups sugar Sweetens the batter.
- 2 tsp baking powder Essential for perfect rise.
- 0.25 tsp salt Enhances sweetness.
- 0.5 cups whole milk Adds moisture.
- 2 large eggs Provides structure and richness.
- 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted Adds rich flavor.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Infuses warmth.
- 0.5 tsp almond extract (optional) Optional flavor accent.
Glaze Ingredients
- 0.5 cups heavy cream Forms the base of the glaze.
- 0.25 cups sugar Sweetens the glaze.
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract Flavors the glaze.
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter Enhances the glaze.
- 0.25 cups brown sugar (for topping) Creates the caramelized topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently, avoiding overmixing.
- Fill each cavity of the donut pan with batter, about 2/3 full.
Baking
- Bake the donuts for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the donuts cool slightly.
Preparing the Glaze
- Heat the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract in a saucepan until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat and whisk in the butter until smooth.
Glazing and Caramelizing
- Dip each donut into the glaze and allow excess to drip off.
- Sprinkle brown sugar on top and caramelize using a kitchen torch until golden.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients. Experiment with flavor variations. If you lack a kitchen torch, use a broiler carefully.