Here’s a recipe for gluten-free Bavarian cream donuts that you can enjoy:
Gluten-Free Bavarian Cream Donuts Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Donuts:
- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp xanthan gum (if your flour blend doesn’t contain it)
- 1/2 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/4 cup butter, melted (or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Bavarian Cream Filling:
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
For the Chocolate Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 3-4 tbsp milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
Making the Donuts:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and xanthan gum.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean.
- Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Bavarian Cream Filling:
- In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
- In a bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
- Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Transfer the cream to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap (pressing it directly onto the surface of the cream to prevent a skin from forming), and refrigerate until completely chilled.
- Once chilled, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks and gently fold it into the chilled custard.
Filling the Donuts:
- Once the donuts are completely cooled, use a piping bag fitted with a round tip to fill them with the Bavarian cream.
- Insert the tip into the side of each donut and gently squeeze the filling inside.
Making the Chocolate Glaze:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- If the glaze is too thick, add more milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Glazing the Donuts:
- Dip the top of each filled donut into the chocolate glaze, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Place the glazed donuts on a wire rack to set.
Enjoy your homemade gluten-free Bavarian cream donuts!