Boston Cream Doughnut Holes
A delightful treat combining doughnut holes with luscious Boston cream filling and a glossy chocolate glaze.
Ingredients
For the Doughnut Holes
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- as needed Vegetable oil for frying Ensure the oil is heated to 350°F (175°C).
For the Boston Cream Filling
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
For the Chocolate Glaze
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon corn syrup
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and vanilla.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; lumps are perfectly fine!
Frying
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to about 350°F (175°C).
- Use a small cookie scoop or your hands to form bite-sized balls from the dough.
- Carefully drop them into the hot oil—fry in batches so they don’t crowd each other.
- Cook for about 2-3 minutes, turning them until golden brown. Once done, transfer to paper towels to drain.
Making the Filling
- In a saucepan, whisk together the heavy cream, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla over medium heat until it starts to thicken. It should coat the back of a spoon.
- Once done, remove from heat and let it cool completely.
Preparing the Glaze
- In a small bowl, melt the chocolate, butter, and corn syrup together in the microwave stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
Assembling
- Once your doughnut holes are cool, use a piping bag or a small pastry tip to fill them with the Boston cream filling.
- Dip the tops in your chocolate glaze for that perfect finish!
Notes
Timing is everything! Keep an eye on your doughnut holes while frying; they can go from perfect to not-so-perfect quickly. If some aren’t perfectly round, they will still taste amazing! Dust them with powdered sugar for an extra touch.