Description
French crullers are a light and airy pastry that promises a delightful melt-in-your-mouth experience. With their golden, crispy exteriors and soft, fluffy interiors, these treats are perfect for brunch or special occasions. Making them at home is surprisingly simple, allowing you to impress your friends and family with your baking skills while enjoying their sweet charm.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp water or milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a saucepan, combine water, butter, sugar, and salt over medium heat until melted. Bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in the flour until well combined. Return to low heat for about two minutes until it forms a ball.
- Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl; let cool slightly before beating in eggs one at a time until smooth.
- Pipe the dough into rings on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- While warm, dip each cruller into the prepared glaze and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cruller (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating citrus zest or almond extract into the dough. Store leftover crullers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.