Description
Soft and fluffy doughnuts topped with silky leche flan and glossy caramel, combining classic fried dough with rich custard for a decadent fusion dessert.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk, warm (about 110°F)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 large eggs, divided
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Warm the milk to about 110°F. In a small bowl, combine active dry yeast, 1 tablespoon of the granulated sugar, and warm milk. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and remaining granulated sugar.
- Add melted butter, 2 eggs, vanilla extract, and the yeast mixture to the flour mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- For the flan, melt 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar in a pan over medium heat until it turns amber. Carefully pour caramel into round molds and swirl to coat the bottoms.
- In a bowl, whisk evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and remaining 2 eggs until smooth. Pour mixture into caramel coated molds.
- Steam flan for 30 to 35 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool completely, then refrigerate until firm.
- Roll risen dough to 1/2 inch thickness and cut into rounds. Place on a tray, cover lightly, and let rise again for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil to 350°F. Fry dough rounds for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on a cooling rack.
- Dust doughnuts lightly with powdered sugar.
- Unmold chilled flan rounds and gently place one on top of each doughnut.
- Serve fresh, allowing caramel to lightly drip over the sides.
Notes
- Make sure milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- Steam flan gently to prevent bubbles and ensure a smooth texture.
- Keep frying oil at a steady temperature for evenly cooked doughnuts.
- Flan can be prepared a day in advance for easier assembly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 145mg