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🔪 Instructions:
1. Make the Dough:
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In a bowl, mix the warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add in the yeast mixture, egg, softened butter, and vanilla extract.
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Knead until a smooth, elastic dough forms (8–10 minutes by hand or 5–6 minutes in a stand mixer).
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Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
2. Prepare the Cream Filling:
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In a saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, and cornstarch. Add egg yolks and whisk until smooth.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 5–7 minutes).
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Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla. Let cool completely, then refrigerate.
3. Shape & Fry the Donuts:
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Roll out the dough to about ½ inch (1.2 cm) thick. Use a round cutter (about 2.5–3 inches) to cut circles.
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Place on a floured surface, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
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Heat oil in a deep pot to 340–350°F (170–180°C). Fry donuts in batches, 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
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Drain on paper towels and let cool slightly.
4. Fill the Donuts:
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Once cool, use a piping bag fitted with a long nozzle to inject the vanilla cream into the side of each donut.
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Dust generously with powdered sugar.
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