Mini Brioche Donuts with Pastry Cream

Mini Brioche Donuts with Pastry Cream

Introduction

These Mini Brioche Donuts are soft, fluffy, and filled with creamy vanilla custard—a delightful treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Lightly sweetened and golden fried, each bite is a perfect balance of rich brioche and luscious custard. Easy to customize with powdered sugar, chocolate glaze, or sprinkles, these donuts are fun to make and even more fun to eat. They’re ideal for special occasions or a sweet homemade indulgence that everyone will love.

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 8 g (1 tsp) fresh yeast
• 1 large egg
• 100 ml (1/2 cup) milk
• 50 g (1/4 cup) butter, melted
• 40 g (1/4 cup) sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 260 g (2 cups) all-purpose flour
• 5 g (1 tsp) salt
• Oil, for frying

For Finishing:

• Granulated sugar, for coating
• Pastry cream (custard), for filling

Directions