Description
This Irresistibly Fluffy Korean Milk Cream Donut recipe combines soft, airy fried donuts with a luscious whipped cream filling for a delightful treat. Inspired by Korean bakery flavors, these donuts are perfectly sweet, light, and creamy, making them a favorite for breakfast, dessert, or anytime indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough Ingredients
- 250 g all-purpose flour
- 25 g sugar
- 7 g instant yeast
- 90 ml lukewarm milk
- 1 large egg (or applesauce for vegan alternative)
- 30 g butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free option)
Whipped Cream Filling
- 300 ml heavy whipping cream
- 50 g sugar
Finishing
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Make the dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and instant yeast thoroughly. Add lukewarm milk and the egg (or applesauce) and mix until a dough forms. Knead in the softened butter until the dough is smooth and elastic, which typically takes about 8-10 minutes.
- First rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a damp cloth. Allow the dough to rise in a warm environment for about 60 minutes or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape and second rise: Roll out the risen dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then cut out donut shapes using a donut cutter or round cutters. Place the cut donuts on a baking sheet and cover them lightly. Allow them to rise again for an additional 30 minutes until puffy.
- Fry donuts: Heat oil in a frying pan to approximately 175°C (350°F). Carefully fry the donuts in batches, cooking each side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove and drain excess oil on paper towels. Allow donuts to cool completely before filling.
- Prepare whipped cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with sugar until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip to keep it light and fluffy.
- Fill and serve: Using a piping bag fitted with a nozzle, fill the cooled donuts with the whipped cream. Finish by dusting the filled donuts with powdered sugar just before serving for a delightful presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute the egg with applesauce to make the recipe vegan, and replace butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
- Ensure oil temperature is steady to avoid greasy or undercooked donuts.
- The whipped cream filling is best served fresh to retain its fluffiness.
- For extra flavor, you can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the whipped cream.
- Leftover donuts are best eaten within the same day to enjoy optimal texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Keywords: Korean donuts, milk cream donuts, whipped cream filled donuts, fried dessert, fluffy donuts, Korean bakery recipe
