Brighten up any day with these homemade Rainbow Filled Doughnuts. Each doughnut is a sweet and vibrant surprise, bursting with colorful cream filling. Perfect for parties or a special treat, these doughnuts are as fun to make as they are to eat.
Ingredients:
- For the Dough:
- Whole Milk: 1 cup
- All-Purpose Flour: 3 1/2 cups
- Granulated Sugar: 3/4 cup
- Unsalted Butter: 1/4 cup
- Large Eggs: 2
- Nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon
- Active Dry Yeast: 1 packet
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- For the Filling:
- Whipped Cream: 1 1/2 cups
- Food Coloring: Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Purple
- Additional:
- Rainbow Sprinkles: 1/2 cup
Directions:
- Prepare the Dough:
- Warm the milk to about 110°F (43°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk with the yeast and a spoonful of sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add the remaining sugar, melted butter, eggs, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 5-7 minutes. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes, or until doubled in size.
- Shape and Bake the Doughnuts:
- Once risen, roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thickness. Cut out doughnut shapes using a doughnut cutter.
- Place the cut doughnuts on a baking sheet, cover lightly, and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Prepare the Filling:
- While the doughnuts are cooling, prepare the filling. Divide the whipped cream into six bowls, and tint each one with a different food coloring to create a rainbow effect.
- Fill the Doughnuts:
- Once the doughnuts are cool, use a piping bag fitted with a narrow nozzle to inject each doughnut with the rainbow cream filling.
- Decorate:
- Dip the top of each filled doughnut in rainbow sprinkles for a festive look.
Preparation Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: Makes about 12 doughnuts
Calories: Approximately 390 per doughnut
Tips:
- Ensure that the milk is warm but not hot, as too high a temperature can kill the yeast.
- Allow the doughnuts to cool completely before filling to prevent the whipped cream from melting.
- Experiment with various colors and flavors of fillings for different occasions.
Conclusion: These Rainbow Filled Doughnuts are not just delicious but also a visual treat. They’re perfect for bringing a splash of color and joy to any gathering, ensuring that your dessert table is the talk of the party!