Description
The Korean Milk Cream Donut is a soft and pillowy dessert filled with luscious whipped milk cream, offering a perfect balance of light dough and creamy sweetness. Ideal as a breakfast treat, snack, or after-dinner indulgence, this recipe uses simple, accessible ingredients and can be customized with various fillings and toppings for a delightful homemade Korean-inspired treat.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F / 43°C)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
Milk Cream Filling
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Topping
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Dissolve the yeast in warm milk and sugar. Let it stand until frothy, about 5-10 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, eggs, melted butter, and yeast mixture. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic. Cover and allow it to rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Make the Milk Cream Filling: While the dough rises, whip the heavy cream with sugar until soft peaks form. Chill the cream in the refrigerator to keep it firm and ready for filling.
- Shape the Donuts: After the dough has risen, gently punch it down and divide into equal portions. Roll each piece into a ball and flatten slightly. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes before cooking.
- Cook the Donuts: Fry the donuts in hot oil maintained at 350°F (175°C) until golden brown on both sides, or bake them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes until lightly browned. Drain on paper towels if fried.
- Fill and Finish: Using a piping bag or small spoon, fill each donut with the chilled milk cream. Dust the donuts generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, active yeast for a light and airy dough.
- Do not over-knead the dough to keep the texture soft.
- Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for even frying without greasiness.
- Chill the cream well but keep it pipeable for best filling consistency.
- Serve the donuts fresh within a day for optimal flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg