French Crullers
Discover the delight of homemade French crullers, airy pastries that are perfect for any occasion. These light and crispy doughnuts are dipped in a glossy glaze, making them irresistible for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat any time of the day. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, you can whip up these delicious delights and customize the flavors to your liking—whether it’s with citrus zest or almond extract. Piping the dough is a fun activity for the whole family, ensuring everyone has a hand in creating this delightful indulgence. Serve them warm and enjoy their fluffy texture paired with fresh fruit or alongside a cup of coffee.
- 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
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1/4 cup milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt unsalted butter with water, salt, and granulated sugar until combined. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Add all-purpose flour at once and stir vigorously until it forms a smooth ball of dough.
- Allow the dough to cool slightly before mixing in each egg one at a time until smooth and slightly sticky.
- Pipe long strips onto parchment-lined baking sheets using a piping 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, then dip warm crullers into the glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cruller (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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