- 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) instant yeast
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (120ml) warm milk (not too hot)
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons (42g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Oil for frying
For the Cream Filling (Vanilla Pastry Cream):
- 1 ½ cups (360ml) milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For Coating:
- Powdered sugar or granulated sugar