Description
Indulge in the delightful world of homemade French Crullers, a light and airy treat that’s perfect for any occasion. These delectable doughnuts boast a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior, making them an irresistible choice for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack. Dipped in a glossy glaze, they offer an enchanting sweetness that will leave everyone craving more. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward steps, you can elevate your dessert game while customizing flavors to suit your palate. Whether enjoyed plain or embellished with chocolate or fruit compote, these crullers are sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 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
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, water, salt, and sugar until combined. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in the flour all at once until it forms a smooth ball of dough.
- Let the dough cool slightly before mixing in eggs one at a time until smooth and slightly sticky.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe long strips onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C) and fry crullers for about three minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar and milk together until smooth. Dip warm crullers into the glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cruller (40g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Experiment with flavors by adding almond extract or citrus zest to the dough. Serve alongside fresh fruit salad or coffee for an enhanced experience.