Long John donuts are a beloved treat for many, with their long, rectangular shape and creamy filling inside. While you can easily find these delicious pastries at your local bakery or grocery store, there’s something special about making them at home. With just a few simple ingredients and some time in the kitchen, you can whip up a batch of homemade Long John donuts that are sure to impress.

To make homemade Long John donuts, you’ll need flour, sugar, salt, yeast, milk, eggs, butter, and oil for frying. You’ll also need a piping bag and a round tip for filling the donuts with your favorite cream or custard filling.

Start by making the dough. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. In a separate bowl, heat the milk until it’s warm but not hot, then add it to the dry ingredients along with the eggs and melted butter. Mix everything together until a soft dough forms, then knead it on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.

Next, let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. Once it’s ready, roll it out on a floured surface and cut it into long rectangles. Let the dough rest for a few minutes, then fry the donuts in hot oil until they’re golden brown and cooked through. Drain them on a paper towel-lined plate and let them cool before filling.

To fill the Long John donuts, use a sharp knife to make a small slit in the side of each one. Then, fill a piping bag fitted with a round tip with your favorite cream or custard filling and pipe it into the center of each donut. You can use vanilla custard, chocolate ganache, or any other filling you prefer.

Once the Long John donuts are filled, you can drizzle them with a sweet glaze or dip them in chocolate for an extra decadent touch. Enjoy them as a special breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or dessert to share with family and friends.

Homemade Long John donuts are a fun and delicious treat to bake at home. With just a few basic ingredients and a little bit of time and effort, you can create a batch of these sweet pastries that are sure to satisfy your cravings. So roll up your sleeves, put on your apron, and get baking – your taste buds will thank you!