Classic Custard-Filled Donuts

Here’s a detailed recipe for Classic Custard-Filled Donuts—soft, pillowy, and packed with creamy vanilla custard inside.

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Ingredients

For the Donuts (Yeast Dough):

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
• 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
• ½ cup whole milk, warm (110°F / 43°C)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• ½ tsp salt
• Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Custard Filling:

• 2 cups whole milk
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 4 large egg yolks
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

For the Topping:

• Powdered sugar for dusting

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