Homemade Cronuts

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Here’s a recipe for Homemade Cronuts, a delightful hybrid of croissants and donuts. These flaky, buttery pastries are deep-fried, coated in sugar, and filled with cream or topped with glaze for a decadent treat.

Homemade Cronuts Recipe

Ingredients (Makes about 8 cronuts):

For the Dough:
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup warm milk (about 110°F/45°C)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold, for laminating (chilled and cut into thin slices)
For Frying:
  • Oil for deep frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp milk or heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Fillings:
  • Pastry cream, whipped cream, or your favorite jam.

Tips for Success:

  • Keep the butter and dough cold during the laminating process to achieve flaky layers.
  • Let the dough rest in the fridge between laminations to make it easier to work with.
  • Maintain oil temperature at around 350°F (175°C) for even frying.

How to Make Homemade Cronuts:

1. Prepare the Dough:

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, warm milk, eggs, and softened butter. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes, or until smooth. Place it in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.

2. Laminate the Dough:

  1. Roll the dough into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick. Spread the cold slices of butter over two-thirds of the dough.
  2. Fold the unbuttered third over the center, then fold the remaining buttered third on top (like folding a letter). Roll the dough into a rectangle again and fold it into thirds.
  3. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes. Repeat the rolling and folding process 2 more times, chilling for 30 minutes between each fold.

3. Shape the Cronuts:

  1. Roll the chilled dough to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a round cutter to cut out circles, then use a smaller cutter to cut out the centers (or use a bottle cap for the hole).
  2. Place the cut cronuts on a parchment-lined tray, cover lightly, and let them rest for 30-45 minutes.

4. Fry the Cronuts:

  1. Heat the oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the cronuts in batches for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
  2. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and let cool slightly.

5. Glaze or Fill:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make the glaze.
  2. Dip the cronuts in the glaze or drizzle it over the top. If desired, fill them with pastry cream or jam using a piping bag fitted with a small tip.

Description:

Homemade Cronuts are a heavenly treat with layers of buttery, flaky dough that’s fried to golden perfection. Topped with a sweet glaze or filled with cream, these pastries are irresistible and worth every step of the process.

Nutritional Information (per cronut, based on 8 cronuts without filling):

Approximate values

  • Calories: 400
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Fat: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 10g
  • Sodium: 220mg

🥐🍩 Homemade Cronuts: The Ultimate Sweet Treat! 🍩🥐

Flaky layers like a croissant + the golden crispiness of a donut = Pure Bliss! 😍 These homemade cronuts are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and impressing your family and friends.

✨ SAVE THIS RECIPE for a fun weekend baking project. They’re worth every bite, and the glaze makes them extra indulgent!

👉 Have you tried cronuts before? Let us know your favorite filling or topping! 🍫🍓

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