Custard-Filled Donuts

Custard-Filled Donuts

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
3/4 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Vegetable oil, for frying.

For the Custard Filling:

2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
4 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

For the Topping:

Powdered sugar, for dusting.