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Hazelnut Cream Donuts

Delightful donuts filled with rich hazelnut cream, lightly dusted with powdered sugar, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
For Frying and Filling
  • 1/2 cup hazelnut cream (like Nutella) For filling
  • Oil for frying oil for frying Ensure oil is heated to 350°F (175°C)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting powdered sugar for dusting To garnish

Method
 

Preparation and Frying
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water and 1/2 cup of unsalted butter to a boil.
  2. Once boiling, add 1 cup of all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt, stirring vigorously until a ball forms and pulls away from the sides of the pan. This is your dough.
  3. Allow the dough to cool slightly, then add the 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
  4. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip and pipe small circles onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
  5. In a large pot or deep skillet, heat oil for frying until it reaches about 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry each donut until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side, then remove them with a slotted spoon and let drain on paper towels.
  7. Once cooled slightly, insert a piping tip into the bottom of each donut and fill them generously with the hazelnut cream.
  8. Dust the warm donuts with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Allow dough to cool sufficiently before adding eggs to prevent cooking. Maintain oil temperature for even cooking. Experiment with flavors by adding vanilla extract or cinnamon. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to a month.