- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 450 kcal
Quick summary
“Vanilla Cronuts are a breakfast delight, with a crunchy texture and filled with creamy vanilla custard. It is worth making due to the irresistible flavor and the touch of vanilla that makes the experience unique.”
What you need to know
- A massa folhada é esticada e cortada para formar o Cronut característico
- O creme de baunilha é preparado separadamente e recheia os Cronuts
- Fritar os Cronuts até dourados mantém a crocância típica do lanche
Ingredients
Main
- 500g of puff pastry
- 100g of sugar
- 1 liter of oil for frying
- 500ml of milk
- 4 egg yolks
- 100g of sugar for the cream
- 50g of cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Principal
- Start by stretching the puff pastry with a rolling pin on a floured surface until it is very thin.
- Cut the dough into circles about 10 cm in diameter and make a hole in the center of each circle to form the Cronut.
- Heat the oil in a deep frying pan to 180 degrees Celsius.
- Fry the Cronuts until golden on both sides and set aside on paper towels.
- For the cream, heat the milk in a saucepan with the vanilla extract.
- In a bowl, beat the egg yolks, sugar, and starch until you get a homogeneous mixture.
- Pour the heated milk slowly into the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
- Return the mixture to the pot and cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
- Let the cream cool and place it in a piping bag.
- Fill the Cronuts with the vanilla cream.
- Finish by sprinkling the Cronuts with sugar before serving.
Chef's tips
- Use óleo de alta qualidade para fritar, pois afetará o sabor final
- Coloque um pouco de açúcar no papel toalha para polvilhar os Cronuts antes de servir
- Frite os Cronuts em lote pequeno para manter a crocância
Variations
- Adicione canela ou noz-moscada ao creme de baunilha para um toque adicional
- Use geleia de baunilha ou geleia de morango como recheio alternativo
- Faça um Cronut salgado com queijo ralado e ervas finas
Substitutions
- Pode substituir a essência de baunilha por extrato de baunilha se preferir
- A massa folhada pode ser substituída por biscoitos triturados para uma versão mais crua
- O leite pode ser substituído por leite condensado para um creme mais denso
How to store
The Cronuts should be served immediately after preparation, as the crunchiness may decrease. Store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, but the texture will not be the same.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze Cronuts, as the texture may change. If you wish to freeze, prepare the Cronuts without the filling and freeze individually, then fill and fry at the time of serving.
What to serve with
Serve the Cronuts with a strong coffee or tea to accompany the flavor of the snack. They can also be served with natural fruit juices.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make the Cronuts without sugar?
Yes, but it will reduce the sweetness of the cream and the crunchiness of the Cronuts. Use a mixture of cups of vanilla sugar and regular sugar to reduce the flavor.
Can I use another type of milk?
Yes, you can use plant-based milk or coconut milk, but the cream may have a slightly different flavor or texture.
How long should I let the cream cool before using?
Let the cream cool for about 30 minutes before using in the piping bag.
Can Cronuts be prepared in advance?
We do not recommend preparing the Cronuts in advance, as the crispiness may decrease. However, the cream can be prepared and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
