Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam
- 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
Special Equipment Needed:
- Doughnut pan
- Piping bag
- Stand mixer
- Whisk
- Small saucepan
- Heatproof bowl
- Spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a doughnut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Spoon the batter into the prepared doughnut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the doughnuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. To make the filling, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
9. Place the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl and pour the hot cream over them. Let sit for 5 minutes, then whisk until smooth.
10. To assemble the doughnuts, pipe the raspberry jam into the center of each doughnut.
11. Pipe the chocolate ganache over the raspberry jam.
12. Dip the top of each doughnut into the confectioners’ sugar.
13. Serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature: 350°F (175°C)
Serving Size: 12 doughnuts
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour: gluten-free all-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar: coconut sugar
- Butter: vegan butter
- Whole milk: almond milk
- Heavy cream: coconut cream
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: dark chocolate chips
- Raspberry jam: any other jam of your choice
- Confectioners’ sugar: coconut sugar
Variations:
- Substitute the raspberry jam with any other jam of your choice
- Substitute the semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate chips
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the batter for a cinnamon-sugar doughnut
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to grease the doughnut pan well to prevent the doughnuts from sticking
- Let the doughnuts cool completely before filling them
- If the ganache is too thick, add a tablespoon of cream to thin it out
Storage Instructions:
Store the doughnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the doughnuts in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
- Place the doughnuts on a platter and sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar
- Place the doughnuts in a doughnut box and tie with a ribbon
- Place the doughnuts on a cake stand and top with fresh fruit
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar
- Top with fresh fruit
- Drizzle with melted chocolate
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Hot chocolate
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fresh fruit
- Yogurt
- Granola
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the doughnuts are too dense, make sure to mix the batter until just combined
- If the doughnuts are too dry, add a tablespoon of milk to the batter
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to store the doughnuts in an airtight container at room temperature
- Make sure to reheat the doughnuts before serving
Food History:
Boston cream doughnuts are believed to have originated in the late 1800s in Boston, Massachusetts. The original recipe was a yeast-raised doughnut filled with vanilla custard and topped with chocolate glaze.
Flavor Profiles:
This recipe has a sweet and creamy flavor with hints of vanilla, raspberry, and chocolate.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve with a cup of coffee or tea
- Serve as an after-dinner dessert
- Serve as a snack
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