French Crullers
Indulge in the delightful world of French crullers, where a light, airy texture meets a crispy exterior to create the perfect treat for any occasion. These doughnuts are not just delicious; they are quick and easy to prepare, making them ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack throughout the day. Dipped in a glossy glaze, their irresistible sweetness ensures they’ll be a favorite among family and friends. Enjoy the versatility of this recipe by customizing flavors with your favorite extracts or adding zesty fruit notes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1/4 cup milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter with water, salt, and sugar until well combined; bring to a gentle boil.
- Add flour all at once, stirring vigorously until it forms a smooth ball of dough.
- Allow the dough to cool slightly before mixing in eggs one at a time until smooth and slightly sticky.
- Pipe long strips onto parchment-lined baking sheets using a pastry bag fitted with a star tip.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C) and fry crullers for about three minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Whisk powdered sugar with milk until smooth; dip warm crullers into the glaze and let excess drip off.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cruller (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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