Dive into the sweet indulgence of Bomboloni, the beloved Italian donuts that bring the taste of authentic Italian bakeries right to your kitchen! These pillowy delights are irresistibly soft, lightly dusted with sugar, and filled with luscious pastry cream. With our easy step-by-step guide and mouthwatering photos, you’ll be able to recreate these heavenly treats in no time!
🍽️ Ingredients
For the Dough:
3 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
1/4 cup granulated sugar 🍬
1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast 🌱
1/2 cup milk (warm, about 110°F or 45°C) 🥛
2 large eggs 🥚
1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted) 🧈
1/2 tsp vanilla extract 🌼
1/2 tsp salt 🧂
For the Pastry Cream Filling:
2 cups whole milk 🥛
1/2 cup granulated sugar 🍬
4 large egg yolks 🥚
1/4 cup cornstarch 🌽
2 tbsp unsalted butter 🧈
1 tsp vanilla extract 🌼
For Dusting:
1/2 cup granulated sugar 🍬
1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional) 🍂
🥄 Instructions