Pain Perdu Doughnuts Recipe
Crunchy grand marnier french toast dulce de leche, coconut, strawberry jam.
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Ingredients
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Doughnut Batter
French Toast Mixture
Toppings
For Frying
Method
Prepare the Doughnut Batter
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- 2
- 3
Combine Batter
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix. Set aside.
Prepare the French Toast Mixture
- 4
Whisk Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the grand marnier, milk, eggs, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well blended.
Fry the Doughnuts
- 5
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Shape and Dip
Using a doughnut cutter or two round cookie cutters, cut out doughnut shapes from the batter. Dip each doughnut into the French toast mixture, ensuring both sides are coated.
- 7
Fry Doughnuts
Carefully place the coated doughnuts in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serve the Doughnuts
- 8
Add Toppings
Drizzle the dulce de leche over the fried doughnuts, then top with shredded coconut and a dollop of strawberry jam.
- 9
Serve Warm
Serve the doughnuts warm, and enjoy your crunchy grand marnier french toast doughnuts!