Korean Milk Cream Donut Recipe

Have you ever dreamed of biting into a soft, pillowy donut filled with luscious whipped cream? Well, today’s your lucky day because I’m sharing the ultimate Korean Milk Cream Donut Recipe-a viral street food sensation straight from the bustling alleys of Seoul! These donuts are irresistibly light, filled with billowy cream, and finished with a delicate dusting of icing sugar.

What makes these donuts truly special is their melt-in-your-mouth texture and creamy filling. With each bite, you’ll get the perfect balance of fluffy dough and rich creaminess. It’s the kind of treat that makes you close your eyes in bliss. And don’t worry, this recipe is foolproof even if you’ve never made donuts before!

Ready to bring the magic of Korean street food into your kitchen? Grab your apron, and let’s make a batch of these dreamy milk cream donuts together. Trust me-they’re worth every minute of your time!

What Makes This Korean Milk Cream Donut So Delicious?

Korean Milk Cream Donuts are a textural masterpiece. On the outside, you get a light, crispy shell that cracks delicately as you take a bite. Inside, the dough is unbelievably soft and airy, almost like biting into a cloud-thanks to the warm milk and bread flour base that keeps it tender.

The cream filling is the star of the show. Thick, cold, and ultra-creamy, it balances the subtle sweetness of the dough with a rich, milky flavor that coats your palate. Each bite is a satisfying contrast of warm, fluffy donut and cool, velvety cream.

Finished with a sprinkle of icing sugar or decorated with dried fruits, these donuts don’t just taste amazing-they look gorgeous too. They’re sweet, slightly savory, and oh-so-addictive. It’s no wonder they’ve taken Korean street food stalls by storm!

Ingredients Required for Korean Milk Cream Donut Recipe

Here’s the list of Ingredients you’ll need to make this Korean Milk Cream Donut

For the Dough:

• 1 cup warm milk (not hot!)
• 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
• 3 cups bread flour
• 3 tbsp. unsalted butter, softened
• For the Filling:
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• 2-3 tbsp. condensed milk (adjust to taste)

For Finishing:

Icing sugar, for dusting

Optional: dried mandarins or other dried fruits for decoration

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

Mixing bowls and Rolling pin

Dough hook or hands for kneading

9–10 cm round dough cutter

Parchment paper

Frying pan or deep fryer

Whisk or stand mixer for whipping cream

Piping bag

Preparation time: 30 minutes (active) + 2 hours proofing

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Yield: 8–10 donuts

Recipe for Korean Milk Cream Donut

Simply follow the steps given below to make your Copycat Korean Milk Cream Donut at home

1. Make the Dough

Warm the milk until it’s lukewarm-test with your finger; it should feel warm but not hot. Stir in the yeast and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

Step by Step Korean Milk Cream Donut Recipe

2. Mix the Dough

In a large bowl, combine bread flour with the yeast mixture. Mix until you get a sticky, soft dough. Add the softened butter and knead for 15–20 minutes until smooth. If the dough sticks too much, lightly oil your hands instead of adding more flour.

3. First Proof

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp towel. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 2 hours, until doubled in size.

4. Shape the Donuts

Gently handle the dough without deflating it completely. Roll it out to about ½ inch thickness. Use a 9–10 cm cutter to cut out donuts. Re-roll scraps to cut more.

5. Prepare for Frying

Place each donut on a square of parchment paper for easy transfer. Cut around the parchment to make small squares under each donut.

6. Fry the Donuts

Heat oil to 170–175°C (340–350°F). Carefully slide the donuts into the oil with the parchment. Fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove to a wire rack.

7. Add Condensed Milk

While still warm, drizzle condensed milk inside each donut for extra moisture. Let them cool completely.

How to make Korean Milk Cream Donut

8. Fill with Cream and Decorate

Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Transfer to a piping bag and fill each cooled donut generously with whipped cream. Dust with icing sugar. Decorate with dried mandarins or fruits if desired.

Some Tasty Ways To Customize and Serve This Korean Milk Cream Donut

1️⃣ Fresh Strawberries & Whipped Cream

Trust us, the tartness of fresh strawberries slices on top of that rich cream dip takes these donuts to a whole new level. It’s like a strawberries-and-cream dream!

2️⃣ Dipped in Dark Chocolate Sauce

We once served them with a warm, glossy dark chocolate dip-everyone went wild for the sweet-bitter combo. It’s perfect if you want something a little more decadent.

3️⃣ Coffee’s Best Friend

Honestly, nothing beats pairing these fluffy donuts with a hot latte or creamy cappuccino. The coffee’s bitterness cuts the sweetness beautifully. It’s our weekend treat!

4️⃣ Dust with Matcha Powder

We tried sifting matcha powder over the icing sugar, and wow-it added a delicate, earthy bitterness that balanced the creamy filling perfectly. A must for green tea lovers.