Homemade Filled Doughnuts – Soft, Fluffy & Irresistibly Delicious
These Homemade Filled Doughnuts are soft, golden, and perfectly rolled in sugar before being filled with rich vanilla cream, silky custard, fruity jam, or peanut butter. A bakery-style treat you can make at home, ideal for breakfast, brunch, or any sweet craving!
Ingredients
For the Dough:
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3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
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½ tsp salt
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¾ cup warm milk (not hot)
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¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Vegetable oil for frying
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Granulated sugar for rolling
For the Fillings (choose one or mix):
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Vanilla pastry cream
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Custard
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Strawberry or raspberry jam
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Nutella or peanut butter
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Whipped cream
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Dough
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In a bowl, mix warm milk with sugar and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
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Add eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and salt. Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms.
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Knead the dough for 5–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled.
Step 2: Shape & Fry
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Roll dough to about ½-inch thickness. Cut into rounds using a cutter.
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Place on parchment paper, cover, and let rise for another 30–40 minutes.
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Heat oil in a pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry 2–3 doughnuts at a time, about 1–2 minutes per side.
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Remove and drain on paper towels. Roll in granulated sugar while warm.
Step 3: Fill
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Use a piping bag fitted with a round tip to inject your filling into the center of each doughnut.
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Serve fresh and enjoy!
Tips:
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Chill your fillings slightly for easier piping.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container, unfilled doughnuts freeze well.
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