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Bomboloni alla Crema: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe You Must Try

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Bomboloni alla Crema are luscious Italian doughnuts filled with rich pastry cream, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. With their soft, airy texture and sweet, creamy filling, these delightful pastries offer a taste of Italy right in your kitchen. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, bomboloni are incredibly versatile and easy to make. Impress your family and friends with this simple recipe, and indulge in the joy of creating these classic treats that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet (7g) instant yeast
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup whole milk (warmed)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • For Pastry Cream: 2 cups whole milk
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. In a stand mixer bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In another bowl, mix warmed milk, eggs, and melted butter; gradually add to dry ingredients while mixing on low speed until a dough forms. Knead until smooth.
  2. Let the dough rise in a warm place for about an hour until doubled in size.
  3. Prepare the pastry cream by simmering milk and sugar; whisk together egg yolks, cornstarch, and vanilla. Slowly add hot milk to the egg mixture while whisking. Return to heat until thickened; stir in butter.
  4. Roll out risen dough and cut into circles. Allow to rise again for 30 minutes.
  5. Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry circles until golden brown on each side. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Once cooled slightly, fill with pastry cream using a piping bag and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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