Description
Delightful cannoli donuts bring Sicily’s sweet magic right to kitchen counters, blending rich pastry cream with crisp fried dough. Creamy, powdered sugar-dusted treats promise a delectable journey through Italian culinary traditions you’ll savor with pure joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk, warmed (about 110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Leavening and Sweeteners:
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Cream Filling and Seasoning:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Dissolve yeast in lukewarm milk with a hint of sugar, allowing the mixture to bloom and become frothy for 5-10 minutes.
- Create a soft flour foundation by combining dry ingredients, then introduce the activated yeast, melted butter, and egg. Blend thoroughly until a cohesive dough emerges.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly dusted surface and manipulate with gentle, consistent motions. Knead for 5-7 minutes until achieving a silky, elastic texture.
- Nestle the dough in a lightly greased container, drape with a clean cloth, and permit rising in a draft-free environment for 1-1.5 hours until volume doubles.
- Gently roll the dough to a half-inch thickness. Utilize a donut cutter to craft circular shapes and corresponding holes with precision.
- Arrange cut donuts on a flour-sprinkled tray, shield with a light covering, and allow a secondary proofing for 30-40 minutes.
- Warm vegetable oil to a precise 350F (175C) in a deep vessel. Submerge donuts in small batches, frying 1-2 minutes per side until achieving a golden, crisp exterior. Transfer to absorbent paper to drain excess oil.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form and maintain their structure.
- After complete cooling, delicately inject each donut with cream using a piping apparatus, ensuring even distribution.
- Present the cream-filled delicacies, ready for immediate enjoyment.
Notes
- Yeast Activation Magic: Ensure milk is lukewarm, not hot, to prevent killing the yeast and guarantee a perfect rise for fluffy donuts.
- Kneading Technique: Use the heel of your hand to push and fold the dough, creating a smooth and stretchy texture that guarantees soft, tender donuts.
- Oil Temperature Control: Use a candy thermometer to maintain consistent 350F, preventing greasy or undercooked centers and achieving golden-brown perfection.
- Filling Hack: Chill the whipped cream before piping to maintain structure and prevent leaking, creating clean, professional-looking cream-filled donuts.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg