Directions

1. Step

In a large mixing bowl, combine 400 ml of milk, dry yeast, sugar, and eggs. Add vanillin or orange zest for flavor. Gradually mix in the flour, salt, and melted butter until a smooth dough forms. Cover the dough with a cloth and plastic wrap, then let it rest for about 2 hours until doubled in size.

2. Step

In a saucepan, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and corn starch. Gradually add 500 ml of milk, stirring to combine. Add a teaspoon of butter and vanilla sugar or vanillin for flavor. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and transfer the filling to a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, ensuring it touches the surface to prevent a skin from forming, then refrigerate until cool.

3. Step

Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and cut it into round pieces using a medium-sized cutter. Cover the dough rounds with a cloth and let them rest for 15 minutes.

4. Step

Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the dough rounds on both sides until golden brown. Remove from oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with granulated sugar while still warm. Using a piping bag or paper cone, fill each fried dough piece with the prepared cream filling.