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Chai Custard Donuts

Chai Custard Donuts

Chai Custard Donuts are a warm, indulgent treat filled with creamy custard and spiced with aromatic chai flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Sweets
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donut Dough
  • 1 cup warm whole milk helps activate the yeast
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast activates the dough
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar feeds the yeast
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter adds richness
  • 2 large eggs contributes moisture
  • 3 cups bread flour or all-purpose flour bread flour for chewier texture
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon chai flavor profile
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger adds zing
  • 1 teaspoon cardamom for authentic chai taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon allspice aromatic quality
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg adds depth
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves enhances spice profile
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper introduces subtle heat
For the Custard Filling
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar sweetens custard
  • 2 cups whole milk rich base for custard
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch thickener for custard
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream for airy texture
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sweet glossy finish
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract rounds out flavor
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter adds richness
  • 1/3 cup milk thins the glaze
  • 2 tablespoons corn syrup achieves smooth glaze

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Donut Cutter
  • deep pan
  • saucepan
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, mix the warm milk, yeast, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Let sit until foamy, about 5-10 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the remaining sugar, butter, and eggs until smooth.
  3. Pour the foamy yeast mixture into the wet ingredients and stir until homogenous.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and spices.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until a dough forms.
  6. Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
  8. After rising, roll out dough to ½ inch thickness and cut out donuts.
  9. Heat oil to 375°F (190°C) in a deep pan.
  10. Fry donuts in batches for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  11. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
  12. For the custard, whisk sugar, whole milk, vanilla, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
  13. Whip cream until stiff peaks form and fold into the custard mixture.
  14. In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar, salt, vanilla, butter, milk, and corn syrup until smooth for the glaze.
  15. Dip each cooled donut into the glaze and let set on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure warm milk is around 110°F (43°C) to activate yeast correctly.

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