Homemade Crescent Donuts Recipe
If you're a fan of donuts, you'll love this delicious recipe for homemade Crescent Donuts! Made from scratch with a soft and fluffy dough, these donuts are the perfect sweet treat for breakfast or as a snack. With a sweet cinnamon filling and a crescent shape, these donuts are not only delicious but also a beautiful addition to your breakfast or brunch spread.
Making the dough from scratch may seem intimidating, but it's actually quite simple. With just a few basic ingredients like flour, sugar, yeast, and milk, you can create a soft and pliable dough that's perfect for shaping into these crescent-shaped donuts. Plus, the process of making the dough can be quite therapeutic and enjoyable, allowing you to take your time and savor the experience.
Once you've made the dough, it's time to create the delicious cinnamon filling. Simply mix together some sugar and cinnamon and brush the melted butter onto the rolled-out dough before sprinkling the cinnamon sugar mixture on top. Then, cut the dough into triangles, roll them up into a crescent shape, and bake until golden brown. These Crescent Donuts are easy to make and are sure to impress your family and friends. So why not give them a try and enjoy a delicious homemade breakfast or snack today!
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Ingredients for the Dough:
- 2 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 and 1/4 tsp instant yeast
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Ingredients for the Filling:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix well.
In a separate microwave-safe bowl, heat the milk until warm (about 110°F/43°C).
Add the melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the warm milk and whisk together.
Pour the milk mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon for the filling.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a large circle, about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thick.
Brush the melted butter over the surface of the dough and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top.
Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the dough into 12-16 triangles.
Roll each triangle up, starting from the wide end, and place them on the prepared baking sheet in a crescent shape.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy your homemade Crescent Donuts while they're still warm!
