Croissant Donuts at Home
A delicious and flaky twist on a traditional donut, croissant donuts combine buttery croissant layers with the deep-fried indulgence of a donut. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert!
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 1/2 cups warm milk 105°F
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
- 1 egg yolk beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings:
- Granulated sugar
- Cinnamon sugar
- Chocolate glaze
- Fresh fruit
Instructions
- Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, salt, and cubed butter. Mix until shaggy dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for 10 minutes.
- Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
- Punch down, then roll out to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Cut donuts using a donut cutter.
- Let rise again for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil to 350°F.
- Fry donuts 2–3 minutes each side until golden.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Glaze while warm with preferred topping.
Notes
- Swap milk with buttermilk for richer flavor.
- Add cinnamon to the dough for warmth.
- Customize toppings: sprinkles, nuts, or flavored glazes.
- Store in an airtight container for 2 days