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Coffee Cream-Filled Donuts Recipe

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Indulge in these irresistible Coffee Cream-Filled Donuts, featuring fluffy fried dough filled with a luscious coffee-flavored cream and optionally topped with a smooth coffee glaze. Perfect for breakfast or a delightful coffee break treat, these donuts combine the rich aroma of coffee with tender, golden-brown fried dough.

Ingredients

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For the Donuts:

  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • ¾ cup warm milk (110°F or 43°C)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • Oil for frying (such as vegetable or canola oil)

For the Coffee Cream Filling:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Glaze (Optional):

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons brewed coffee (cooled)

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and granulated sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active and ready.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the frothy yeast mixture, egg, vanilla extract, melted butter, all-purpose flour, and salt. Mix thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms.
  3. Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky.
  4. First Rise: Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
  5. Roll Out Dough: Once risen, punch the dough down to release air. Roll it out to approximately ½ inch thickness on a floured surface. Use a donut cutter or two round cutters to cut out donut shapes and donut holes.
  6. Second Rise: Arrange the cut donuts on a floured baking sheet, cover them, and let them rise again for 30 minutes until puffy.
  7. Heat Oil: In a deep skillet or pot, heat oil to 350°F (175°C), ensuring there is enough oil to allow donuts to float and fry evenly.
  8. Fry Donuts: Carefully add donuts to the hot oil in small batches. Fry each side for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  9. Prepare Coffee Cream Filling: In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar, instant coffee granules, and vanilla extract. Continue whipping until stiff peaks develop, ensuring a smooth, fluffy filling.
  10. Fill Donuts: Using a piping bag fitted with a round tip, insert the tip gently into the side of each donut and fill them with the coffee cream filling evenly.
  11. Make Glaze (Optional): In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and cooled brewed coffee until smooth and pourable.
  12. Glaze Donuts: Dip the tops of the filled donuts into the coffee glaze. Place the donuts on a wire rack to allow the glaze to set.
  13. Serve: Enjoy the coffee cream-filled donuts warm or at room temperature alongside a cup of coffee or tea for a perfect pairing.

Notes

  • Ensure milk is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast during activation.
  • Kneading the dough properly is essential for soft, airy donuts.
  • Maintain the oil temperature at 350°F to ensure even frying without greasy donuts.
  • Use fresh instant coffee granules for the best coffee flavor in the filling.
  • Glazing is optional but adds a lovely sweet coffee touch to the donuts.
  • Store filled donuts in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days for best freshness.

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