Strawberry Glazed Crullers (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - 1/2 cup Water.
02 - 1/2 cup Whole Milk.
03 - 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter.
04 - 1 tbsp Granulated Sugar.
05 - 1/4 tsp Salt.
06 - 1 cup All-Purpose Flour.
07 - 4 Large Eggs (room temperature).
08 - 1 tsp Vanilla Extract.
09 - 1 1/2 cups Powdered Sugar (for glaze).
10 - 2 tbsp Strawberry Puree (for glaze).
11 - 1-2 tsp Whole Milk (for glaze).
12 - 1 tbsp Granulated Sugar (for strawberry sugar, optional).
13 - 1 tsp Freeze-Dried Strawberry Powder (for strawberry sugar, optional).

Instructions:

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine water, milk, butter, sugar, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat until the butter melts and the mixture comes to a boil.
02 - Reduce the heat to low and stir in the flour. Continue stirring until the dough forms and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
03 - Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the dough cool slightly. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
04 - Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe rings of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
05 - Heat oil in a large pot to 375°F (190°C). Fry the crullers in batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack lined with paper towels.
06 - To make the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more milk if needed.
07 - Dip the cooled crullers into the glaze, coating them evenly. Sprinkle with strawberry sugar (if using) and let them set on a wire rack before serving.

Notes:

01 - These delicate French crullers are fried to golden perfection and dipped in a sweet strawberry glaze for a summery treat.
02 - Strawberry sugar adds a decorative and flavorful touch, making these crullers perfect for special occasions.
03 - Ensure the oil temperature stays consistent to achieve light and airy crullers.