Crème Brûlée Donuts
Crème Brûlée Donuts are a delightful fusion of classic French dessert and fluffy donuts, featuring a creamy custard filling and a crunchy caramelized sugar topping. Perfect for brunch or dessert, these treats are not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. With every bite, you’ll experience the rich creaminess reminiscent of traditional crème brûlée, making them an indulgent addition to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 6 donuts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- Additional sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix milk, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Spoon batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity two-thirds full.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown; cool slightly on a wire rack.
- Fill the center of each donut with cream cheese mixture and sprinkle sugar on top.
- Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Substitute vanilla extract with almond or hazelnut for added flavor. Sprinkle sea salt on top after caramelizing for a sweet-salty contrast. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days; reheat briefly in the oven.