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Strawberry Vanilla Bean Cronut

Strawberry Vanilla Bean Cronut
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The Strawberry Vanilla Bean Cronut is a delightful pastry that perfectly blends the flaky, buttery layers of croissant dough with the crispy, golden fried texture of a doughnut. Infused with the aromatic richness of fresh vanilla bean and filled with sweet, vibrant strawberry preserves, this treat is ideal for indulgent breakfasts, desserts, or special occasions. Easy to make and fully customizable, the cronut offers a unique flavor profile that will quickly become a favorite.

Ingredients

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Pastry Ingredients

  • High-quality croissant dough (store-bought or homemade), quantity depending on desired cronuts
  • 1 fresh vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
  • Butter (for dough handling and sealing), quantity as needed
  • Egg wash (1 egg beaten with a splash of water or milk)

Filling

  • Strawberry jam or preserves, approximately 1 teaspoon per cronut

Frying and Finishing

  • Vegetable oil, enough for deep frying
  • Granulated sugar, for coating (optional)
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting
  • Optional: melted vanilla glaze or extra strawberry preserves for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Prepare the croissant dough: Roll out your croissant dough on a lightly floured surface until about 1/4 inch thick. Using a round cutter, cut out circles sized for cronuts. Keep the dough chilled during this process to maintain its texture.
  2. Add the vanilla bean and strawberry filling: Split the vanilla bean and scrape the seeds into the strawberry jam or preserves. Mix well. Spoon about a teaspoon of this mixture onto the center of half of the dough circles, leaving a border around the edges.
  3. Assemble the cronuts: Place a plain dough circle over each filled one. Press the edges gently to seal them, ensuring no filling leaks out during frying. Crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative and secure seal.
  4. Chill before frying: Arrange the assembled cronuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm the dough, which helps reduce oil absorption and improves crispiness.
  5. Fry your cronuts: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully lower cronuts into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  6. Add the finishing touches: While still warm, dust the cronuts generously with powdered sugar. Optionally, drizzle melted vanilla glaze or additional strawberry preserves over the top for extra shine and flavor.

Notes

  • Keep the dough cold during handling to retain flaky texture.
  • Maintain consistent oil temperature (350°F/175°C) to avoid greasy or undercooked cronuts.
  • Ensure edges are tightly sealed to prevent filling leakage.
  • Use the whole vanilla bean by infusing seeds inside the jam for the richest flavor.
  • Fry in small batches to keep oil temperature steady and evenly cook cronuts.

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Keywords: Strawberry, Vanilla Bean, Cronut, Croissant Dough, Fried Pastry, Dessert, Sweet Treat

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