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Close-up of a fluffy Korean milk cream donut, cut in half to reveal a rich, creamy filling and dusted with powdered sugar.

Korean Milk Cream Donuts

These Korean Milk Cream Donuts are a delightful treat, featuring a soft, fluffy dough filled with a rich, creamy center and dusted with powdered sugar.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling and Topping
  • 1/2 cup milk cream or sweetened condensed milk
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Small bowl
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Damp towel
  • Rolling pin
  • Round cutter or glass
  • Deep pan
  • Paper towels
  • Piping bag

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Stir until the yeast is dissolved and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, egg, butter, salt, and vanilla extract. Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture and stir until the dough begins to form.
  3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise for 1-1.5 hours or until it has doubled in size.
  4. Punch the dough down to release the air, then roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a round cutter or a glass to cut out donut shapes.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the donuts in batches, turning them until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  6. Once the donuts are cool enough to handle, use a piping bag to fill each donut with the milk cream.
  7. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14g

Notes

For the creamiest filling, ensure your milk cream is at room temperature before piping.

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