How do I make cronuts at home?

Indulge in the flaky, sugary goodness of cronuts without leaving your kitchen! Learn the secrets behind creating these delectable hybrid treats and become the ultimate pastry maestro.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, how do I make cronuts at home. Items include: all-purpose flour granulated sugar active dry yeast salt warm milk butter egg vegetable oil All-Purpose Flour Granulated Sugar Active Dry Yeast Salt Warm Milk Melted Butter Large Egg Vegetable Oil Powdered Sugar Milk Vanilla Extract

all-purpose flour 2 cups
granulated sugar 2 tablespoons
active dry yeast 2 teaspoons
salt 1/2 teaspoon
warm milk 1/2 cup
butter 1/4 cup, melted
egg 1
vegetable oil for frying
All-Purpose Flour 2 cups
Granulated Sugar 1/4 cup
Active Dry Yeast 2 teaspoons
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Warm Milk 1/2 cup
Melted Butter 2 tablespoons
Large Egg 1
Vegetable Oil for frying
Powdered Sugar 1 cup
Milk 2 tablespoons
Vanilla Extract 1/2 teaspoon

Take note
Be prepared to indulge in some deliciousness! However, remember that deep frying can be dangerous, so take necessary precautions and keep children away from hot oil.

1

Prepare the Dough

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of warm milk, 2 tablespoons of melted butter, and 1 large egg. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while stirring continuously until a soft dough forms.

2

Knead and Rise

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

3

Roll and Cut

Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down to release any air bubbles. Roll it out on a floured surface to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Using a donut cutter or a round biscuit cutter, cut out circles from the dough. Then, use a smaller round cutter to remove the centers and create the traditional cronut shape.

4

Fry to Perfection

In a large pot, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C). Carefully place a few cronuts into the hot oil using a slotted spoon or tongs. Fry them for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the cronuts from the oil and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

5

Coat and Decorate

While the cronuts are still warm, roll them in granulated sugar or cinnamon sugar to coat them. For a sweet glaze, mix 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Drizzle the glaze over the cronuts and finish them off with colorful sprinkles or chopped nuts.