These Chocolate Donuts Filled with Chocolate Cream are an indulgent dessert that combines a fluffy, crispy donut with a rich, creamy white chocolate filling. The donuts are fried to golden perfection and coated in a smooth, velvety chocolate shell. Topped with a drizzle of white chocolate and edible rose petals, they make for an elegant and delicious treat for any occasion.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Decadent filling: The white chocolate custard inside is rich, creamy, and perfectly smooth, offering an indulgent surprise in every bite.
Fluffy texture: The donut dough is light and fluffy, providing the perfect balance to the creamy filling.
Customizable decoration: While we suggest using edible rose petals, you can also use pistachios, sprinkles, or shredded coconut for added flair.
Fried to perfection: The donuts are fried in sunflower oil, creating a golden, crispy exterior that contrasts beautifully with the smooth, chocolatey interior.

Ingredients (Makes 20 Donuts)

For the Dough:

200 ml milk (lukewarm)
7 g instant yeast
8 g granulated sugar
1 egg
425 g flour
5 g salt

For the Filling:

Milk (enough for the custard)
28 g cornstarch
25 g granulated sugar
8 g vanilla sugar
150 g white chocolate

For Garnish:

White chocolate (for dipping)
Edible rose petals (optional)

Tips for Success

Lukewarm milk: Make sure your milk is lukewarm (around 37-40°C) to activate the yeast properly and ensure a fluffy dough.
Seal the dough well: When wrapping the dough around the chocolate filling, ensure it’s sealed tightly to prevent the filling from leaking during frying.
Correct frying temperature: Fry the donuts at around 175°C (medium-high heat). If the oil is too hot, the donuts will brown quickly and remain raw inside. If the oil is too cold, they will absorb too much oil.
Cool completely before dipping: Let the donuts cool fully before dipping them in chocolate so that the coating sticks properly and doesn’t become too thin.

Directions

1. Prepare the Dough

In a bowl, combine lukewarm milk, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and vanilla sugar. Stir well and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the yeast is activated.
Add the beaten egg to the yeast mixture and mix well.
Gradually add the flour and salt. Knead the dough for 10-12 minutes until smooth and elastic.

2. Let the Dough Rise

Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

3. Make the Chocolate Filling

In a saucepan, combine milk, cornstarch, granulated sugar, and vanilla sugar. Stir continuously while bringing to a boil until the mixture thickens.
Remove from heat and add the white chocolate, letting it sit for 1 minute before mixing until smooth and creamy.
Transfer the filling into a piping bag and place it in the fridge to chill for 1 hour until firm.

4. Shape the Donuts

Punch down the dough and divide it into 20 equal pieces (about 35 g each). Shape each piece into a ball.
Roll out each dough ball into a 10 cm circle.
Place a frozen portion of chocolate filling in the center of the dough and fold the dough around it, sealing the edges tightly to prevent the filling from leaking out during frying.

5. Second Rise

Place the filled dough balls on a parchment-lined baking tray and let them rise for 30 minutes, or until they have doubled in size.

6. Fry the Donuts

Heat sunflower oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat (around 175°C). Fry the donuts for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the donuts from the oil and drain them on paper towels. Let them cool completely.

7. Dip the Donuts in Chocolate

Melt the white chocolate using a double boiler (bain-marie).
Once the donuts have cooled, dip only the tops into the melted white chocolate and place them back on parchment paper.

8. Garnish and Set

Optionally, drizzle extra white chocolate on top of the donuts and decorate with edible rose petals (or any other garnishes you prefer).
Allow the chocolate to set before serving.

Storage

These donuts are best enjoyed fresh, but if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, simply warm them gently in the oven for a few minutes.

Conclusion

These Chocolate Donuts Filled with Chocolate Cream are a delightful and indulgent treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth. The combination of soft, fluffy donuts, rich white chocolate filling, and smooth chocolate coating is simply irresistible. Whether you’re making them for a special occasion or as a weekend treat, they are sure to impress everyone who tries them. Enjoy!