Vanilla Cream Long Johns

Serves: 12 Save

Ingredients (31)

  • 1 (1/4-oz) package active dry yeast (2 1/2 Teaspoons)
  • 2 Tablespoons warm water (105–115°F)
  • 3 1/4 Cups all-purpose flour plus some for working the dough
  • 1 Cup milk, room temperature
  • 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 2 Tablespoons sugar
  • 1 1/2 Teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 Teaspoon cinnamon
  • Canola or other neutral oil for frying
  • Chocolate Glaze: (Enough for 12 long johns)
  • 1/4 Cup unsalted butter
  • 2 Tablespoons milk
  • 1 Teaspoon light corn syrup
  • 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate
  • 1-2 Cups confectioner’s sugar (powdered sugar)
  • Maple Glaze: (Enough for 12 long johns)
  • 1/4 Cup unsalted butter
  • 2 Tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 Cup real maple syrup
  • 1-2 Cups confectioner’s sugar (powdered sugar)
  • Vanilla Cream Filling: (Enough for 12 long johns)
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1/3 Cup sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons flour
  • 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 Cups milk
  • 1/4 Cup cream
  • 1 vanilla bean
  • 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

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