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Bomboloni alla Crema

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Soft and pillowy Italian doughnuts filled with silky vanilla pastry cream a heavenly treat perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup warm milk (about 110°F/43°C)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1/2 cup sugar, for coating
  • **Pastry Cream Filling:**
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • 1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  • 2. Add warm milk, eggs, and butter; mix until a dough forms.
  • 3. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • 4. Cover and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  • 5. Punch down dough and roll out to 1/2-inch thickness.
  • 6. Cut into 3-inch circles and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
  • 7. Cover and let rise another 30–40 minutes.
  • 8. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry bomboloni 1–2 minutes per side until golden.
  • 9. Drain on paper towels and roll in sugar while warm.
  • 10. Prepare pastry cream: Heat milk in a saucepan until steaming.
  • 11. In a bowl, whisk yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  • 12. Gradually whisk in hot milk, then return mixture to saucepan.
  • 13. Cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened.
  • 14. Remove from heat, stir in butter and vanilla, and chill completely.
  • 15. Pipe chilled cream into cooled bomboloni using a pastry bag.

Notes

  • For a richer cream, add a touch of whipped cream to the pastry cream before filling.
  • Try filling with Nutella or jam for a delicious variation.
  • Best enjoyed fresh the same day, but can be stored in the fridge for 1–2 days.

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Keywords: Bomboloni alla Crema, Italian doughnuts, custard-filled donuts, cream donuts, pastry cream filling

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