Low Fat Custard Donuts

Indulge guilt-free with these irresistible Low Fat Custard Donuts, a healthier twist on the classic treat. These baked donuts feature a soft, pillowy texture and are filled with a creamy, homemade low-fat custard, delicately flavored with vanilla bean. By swapping frying for baking and using reduced-fat milk, this recipe keeps the richness intact while cutting down on calories. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack, these donuts are dusted with powdered sugar for a light, sweet finish. Ready in under an hour with a simple rise, these crowd-pleasers are ideal for anyone looking for a lighter way to enjoy a bakery-inspired favorite. Whether you're seeking low-fat baking recipes or just love custard-filled desserts, this recipe checks all the right boxes!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:52 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 250 g All-purpose flour
• 7 g Instant yeast
• 50 g Granulated sugar
• 1 tsp Salt
• 200 ml Low-fat milk
• 30 g Unsalted butter
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 Egg
• 20 g Cornstarch
• 250 ml Additional low-fat milk
• 2 Egg yolks
• 1 Vanilla bean (or extract)
• 30 g Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt. Stir to mix.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, heat 200 ml of low-fat milk and unsalted butter over medium heat until the butter melts. Do not boil. Remove from heat and let cool to lukewarm.

Step 3

Add the lukewarm milk and butter mixture along with the vanilla extract and egg to the dry ingredients.

Step 4

Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 6

While the dough is rising, prepare the custard filling. In a medium saucepan, mix cornstarch with a little bit of the 250 ml low-fat milk to make a paste.

Step 7

Add the rest of the milk, egg yolks, and vanilla bean (or extract) to the saucepan. Whisk continuously over medium heat until the mixture thickens into a custard.

Step 8

Remove from heat, discard the vanilla bean, and let the custard cool. Stir occasionally to prevent skin from forming.

Step 9

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1 cm thick.

Step 10

Using a round cutter, cut out 12 donuts. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.

Step 11

Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Bake the donuts for 10-12 minutes or until they are lightly golden but not brown.

Step 12

Allow the donuts to cool slightly. Fill a piping bag with the cooled custard. Make a small hole in the side of each donut and fill with custard.

Step 13

Dust the donuts with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(939.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1962.7

Total Fat 51.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 658.0mg	0%
Sodium 2700.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 316.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 103.1g
Protein 55.6g	0%

Vitamin D 295.4IU	0%
Calcium 686.8mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 856.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.6%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 64.9%