French Crullers
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade French crullers, light and airy doughnuts that boast a crispy exterior and a soft, tender inside. These sweet pastries are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a special treat any time of day. Dipped in a glossy glaze, they deliver an irresistible sweetness that will have everyone coming back for more. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this easy recipe is customizable with various flavorings like almond extract or citrus zest. Whether you’re piping them into charming shapes or enjoying them plain, French crullers are sure to elevate any occasion.
- 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
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for glazing)
- 1/4 cup milk (for glazing)
Instructions
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt unsalted butter with water, salt, and granulated sugar. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Add all-purpose flour all at once; stir vigorously until it forms a smooth ball of dough.
- Allow the dough to cool slightly before mixing in eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth and slightly sticky.
- Pipe long strips onto parchment-lined baking sheets using a pastry bag.
- 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 together powdered sugar and milk for the glaze. Dip warm crullers into the glaze and let excess drip off.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cruller (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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