Boston Cream Doughnut Holes
Easy and delicious, these Boston Cream Doughnut Holes are perfect for a sweet snack or dessert, combining fried dough with a creamy filling and chocolate glaze.
Ingredients
For the Doughnut Holes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- Oil for frying Ensure enough oil to cover the doughnut holes.
For the Cream Filling
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: a splash of chocolate syrup for drizzling
For the Chocolate Glaze
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
Make the Doughnut Holes
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the egg, milk, and melted butter. Add this mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Heat oil in a deep saucepan over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, use a small cookie scoop or spoon to drop the batter into the oil. Fry until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the doughnut holes and drain on a paper towel.
Prepare the Filling
- In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until it forms soft peaks.
Assemble Your Doughnut Holes
- Using a small piping bag or plastic zip bag, fill each cooled doughnut hole with the cream mixture.
Make the Glaze
- Melt the chocolate chips and butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Drizzle the chocolate glaze over the filled doughnut holes.
Notes
Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying to avoid soggy doughnuts. Try swapping chocolate for caramel for a different twist.