The cronut is a delightful pastry that combines the flaky texture of a croissant with the sweetness of a donut. This trendy dessert has taken the bakery world by storm, making it a popular choice for brunch and special occasions.

This cronut recipe is perfect for those looking to create a bakery-style dessert at home. With easy homemade donuts as the base, you can impress your friends and family with this unique pastry fusion idea.

Easy Cronut Recipe

This cronut features layers of buttery, flaky dough that are fried to golden perfection and filled with your choice of cream or jam. The recipe takes about 2 hours from start to finish and serves 6 people, making it a fantastic addition to your brunch pastry ideas.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Oil for frying
• Powdered sugar for dusting
• Filling of your choice (pastry cream, jam, etc.)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy. In another bowl, mix flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, egg, and vanilla. Mix until a dough forms.
2. Knead and Chill: Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes. Shape into a ball, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3. Laminate the Dough: Roll the dough into a rectangle. Place cold butter in the center and fold the dough over it. Roll out and fold into thirds. Repeat this process 3 times, chilling for 30 minutes between each fold.
4. Shape the Cronuts: Roll the laminated dough to about 1/2 inch thick. Cut out circles using a donut cutter or two round cutters. Let them rise for 30 minutes.
5. Fry the Cronuts: Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the cronuts for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
6. Fill and Serve: Once cooled, fill the cronuts with your desired filling using a piping bag. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 1 hour
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 6 cronuts
• Calories: 320kcal
• Fat: 18g
• Protein: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 36g