
13/08/2024
Twisted Donuts with Vanilla Cream and Blueberry Jam
Ingredients
For the Dough
250ml milk
15g yeast
150g butter
70g sugar
1 large egg
750g bread flour
the Vanilla Cream
* 1 large egg
* 100g sugar
* 40g corn flour
* 200ml milk
* Vanilla extract pods
* 75g butter
the Blueberry Jam
* 250g blueberries
* 100g sugar
# For Roasting
* Oil
the Dough
1. **Activate the yeast:** Warm the milk slightly (not hot) and dissolve the yeast in it. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2. **Combine ingredients:** In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg.
3. **Add dry ingredients:** Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients, alternating with the yeast mixture. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic.
4. **First rise:** Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1-2 hours).
5. **Punch down:** Once risen, gently punch down the dough to release the air.
# # Making the Vanilla Cream
1. **Combine ingredients:** In a saucepan, whisk together the egg, sugar, and corn flour until smooth. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly.
2. **Cook the cream:** Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens and bubbles. Remove from heat.
3. **Add flavor:** Stir in the vanilla extract and butter until the butter melts and the cream is smooth.
4. **Chill:** Cover the cream with plastic wrap, ensuring it touches the surface to prevent a skin from forming, and refrigerate until completely cooled.
the Blueberry Jam
1. **Combine ingredients:** In a saucepan, combine the blueberries and sugar.
2. **Cook the jam:** Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the blueberries burst and the mixture thickens.
3. **Cool:** Let the jam cool completely before using.
and Frying the Donuts
1. **Roll out the dough:** On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thickness.
2. **Cut out shapes:** Use a donut cutter or a round cookie cutter and a smaller one for the center to cut out donut shapes.
3. **Twist the donuts:** Twist each donut shape into a desired pattern.
4. **Second rise:** Place the twisted donuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise until doubled in size (about 30 minutes).
5. **Fry the donuts:** Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to about 375°F (190°C). Carefully fry the donuts until golden brown on both sides.
6. **Drain:** Remove the donuts from the oil and drain on paper towels.
# Assembling the Donuts
1. **Fill with cream:** Once the donuts have cooled slightly, fill them with the vanilla cream using a piping bag or pastry bag with a small nozzle.
2. **Top with jam:** Top the filled donuts with a dollop of blueberry jam.
**Note:** For a richer flavor, consider using a combination of whole milk and heavy cream for the dough. You can also experiment with different fillings and toppings to suit your taste preferences.
**Would you like some tips on twisting the donuts or any other specific questions?**