Heavenly Crème Brûlée Donut Holes
Heavenly Crème Brûlée Donut Holes are a delightful fusion of two beloved desserts, offering a warm, fluffy exterior and a rich, creamy custard center. Each bite is topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust that creates an irresistible combination of textures and flavors. Perfect for brunch or special occasions, these treats will impress your guests and leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 donut holes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- 1/4 cup casting sugar (for caramelizing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin pan until two-thirds full. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before removing from the pan. Sprinkle casting sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut hole
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg