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Saffron Crème Brûlée Stuffed Cardamom Donuts

2023-02-20 - Written by: Ramesh Patel

Desserts Saffron Crème Brûlée Donuts

Saffron Crème Brûlée Stuffed Cardamom Donuts

Indulge in these unique donuts filled with a rich saffron crème brûlée and topped with a crunchy cardamom sugar.

Saffron Crème Brûlée Stuffed Cardamom Donuts

Servings: 12 donuts

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Saffron Crème Brûlée Filling (see below)
  • Cardamom Sugar Topping (see below)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and cardamom. Add milk, eggs, and melted butter; mix until a smooth batter forms.

  3. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Pipe into 12 equal-sized rings onto the prepared baking sheet.

  4. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Allow donuts to cool completely on a wire rack.

  5. To fill, use a cookie scoop to remove a portion of each cooled donut. Fill with Saffron Crème Brûlée Filling and top with Cardamom Sugar Topping before serving.

Saffron Crème Brûlée Filling:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, soaked in 1 tablespoon hot water

Mix all ingredients until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using.

Cardamom Sugar Topping:

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

Mix both ingredients together and sprinkle on top of donuts just before serving.

Note: To soak saffron threads, simply add them to a small bowl and pour hot water over them. Let it sit for about 10 minutes or until the liquid turns a vibrant yellow color. This is where the magic happens!