This Korean Milk Cream Donut Recipe You’ll Love comes together in about 60 minutes, and it’s all about that hands-on frying magic for a easy dessert that your family will adore! They’re not just any donuts, they’re incredibly fluffy, light as air, and filled with a creamy sweetness that’s sure to bring smiles to the whole family. You can switch up the fillings or toppings to suit your tastes, or use it as a ‘clean out the fridge’ moment to use leftover ingredients hanging around. Trust me, you want to keep this one in your back pocket!
Ingredient Breakdown
- 250 g All-Purpose Flour
- 25 g Sugar
- 7 g Instant Yeast
- 90 ml Milk
- 1 Large Egg
- 30 g Butter
- 300 ml Heavy Whipping Cream
- 50 g Sugar (For Whipping the Cream)
- 1 tbsp Condensed Milk (Optional)
- Powdered Sugar for Dusting
Let’s Get Cooking!
Step-by-Step Instructions
Mix Your Dry Ingredients (10 minutes) In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and instant yeast. Give it a quick stir to evenly distribute everything. This step is essential for ensuring your yeast activates properly!
Warm Your Wet Ingredients (5 minutes) In a separate bowl, warm the milk (aim for about body temperature) and melt the butter if you haven’t already. Then, add in the egg and mix until combined.
Bring It Together (5 minutes) Add the wet mix into your dry ingredients. With a wooden spoon (or your hands, why not?), mix until a shaggy dough forms. Once you’ve got that lovely dough, knead it on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. The secret? Don’t rush it!
Let It Rise (30 minutes) Place the dough in a well-oiled bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size. This usually takes about 30 minutes, perfect time to tidy up your kitchen or scroll through your phone for dessert inspiration!
Shape Your Donuts (10 minutes) Once the dough has risen, punch it down (it’s kinda fun!), and roll it out to about 1/2 inch thick on a floured surface. Now, use a donut cutter to cut out so many adorable circles! If you don’t have a cutter, you can use two round objects (like glasses) really easy!
Let Them Rest (15 minutes) Place the cut donuts on a lightly floured tray, cover them again, and let them rest for about 15 minutes. This helps them puff up even more!
Heat Up Your Oil (5 minutes) While you’re waiting, heat up your oil in a deep pot or a fryer. You want it at around 180°C (or 350°F) for the perfect frying temp. This is where the magic happens, so keep an eye!
Fry the Donuts (10 minutes) Carefully place a few donuts into the oil (don’t overcrowd) and fry until they’re golden brown, flipping them halfway to create that gorgeous color. This should take about 2-3 minutes per side.
Whip the Cream (5 minutes) While the donuts cool slightly, whip the heavy cream with the sugar (and condensed milk, if using!) until peaks form. Oh, that fluffy goodness is coming!
Fill Your Donuts (10 minutes) Use a piping bag (or a simple ziplock bag with a corner cut off) to fill the donuts with the whipped cream.
Dust and Serve (5 minutes) Dust your donuts with powdered sugar before serving for that Instagram-worthy finish… you’re done!
Why I Love This Recipe
This is my go-to recipe when I want to impress family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen. I’m a real sucker for fluffy donuts, who isn’t? They’ll remind you of cozy coffee shop treats and so much comfort food. The best part is that you can fill them with whatever you’ve got on hand, whether it’s whipped cream or jam, a delicious canvas just waiting for your creativity!
If you loved these donuts, be sure to check out my Homemade Oreo Cookies, my Strawberry Yogurt Bites, or my must-try Healthy Chocolate Cereal!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy
This recipe comes together in under an hour! From mixing the ingredients to frying the donuts, you’re just an hour away from deliciousness.
Customizable
You can fill these donuts with whatever you’ve got on hand. Love chocolate? Go for a cocoa cream filling. More of a fruit fan? Jams and fruit curds are fabulous options!
Comfort Food
These donuts are loaded with tons of flavor. Each fluffy bite is a sweet hug that will warm your heart and soul!
Crowd-Pleaser
Seriously, this is the kind of recipe that will make everyone gather around, and you’ll be the star of the day! Your family will love it, guaranteed.
Serving and Storage Tips
How to Serve This Donut
These fluffy donuts are best served warm, dusted with powdered sugar, or drizzled with chocolate or caramel sauce. You could even serve them as part of a breakfast or brunch spread alongside some fresh fruits.
Keeping Leftovers Fresh
Keep any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. If you’re in a humid climate, refrigeration is a safer bet!
Reheating Instructions
If they lose their fluffiness, a quick trip to the microwave (about 10-15 seconds) will help revive them. You could also pop them back in a low oven for a few minutes!
Freezer Friendly
Yes! You can freeze uncooked donuts after cutting them out. Just lay them in a single layer on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, and transfer them to a freezer-safe bag. When you’re ready to fry, just let them thaw and rise again before you heat the oil.
These delightfully fluffy Korean Milk Cream Donuts are sure to become a staple in your home cooking routine. So go ahead, give this recipe a try, you’ll be so glad you did! Follow us on Pinterest for daily meal inspiration!
Korean Milk Cream Donuts
Ingredients
Method
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and instant yeast.
- Warm the milk and melt the butter, then mix with the egg in a separate bowl.
- Add the wet mix to the dry ingredients and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in a well-oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 30 minutes.
- Punch down the dough and roll out to about 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut out donut shapes with a cutter or glasses and place on a floured tray.
- Let the donuts rest for about 15 minutes.
- Heat the oil in a deep pot to about 180°C (350°F).
- Fry the donuts in heated oil until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Whip the heavy cream with sugar and optional condensed milk until peaks form.
- Fill the donuts with the whipped cream using a piping bag.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.