Sugar-Free French Cruller
Indulge guilt-free with this delightful Sugar-Free French Cruller recipe—an airy, golden ring of perfection crafted without added sugar. Made with a classic pâte à choux dough, these crullers are lightly crispy on the outside and irresistibly tender on the inside. The recipe swaps traditional powdered sugar for a sugar-free sweetener, making it the ideal treat for those looking to enjoy a healthier twist on this beloved pastry without sacrificing flavor. With only 20 minutes of prep time, these homemade crullers are piped into elegant rings, deep-fried to perfection, and finished with a dusting of sugar-free powdered sweetness. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a special dessert, they’re a delicious way to savor a Parisian-inspired pastry from the comfort of your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml water
- 100 g unsalted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 125 g all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 120 g sugar-free powdered sweetener
- 1000 ml vegetable oil
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, unsalted butter, and salt. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and add the all-purpose flour all at once. Stir vigorously using a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the dough cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Gradually add the eggs to the dough, one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated. The dough should be smooth and glossy.
Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
Transfer the dough to a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip.
Cut parchment paper into 4-inch squares and pipe the dough into rings onto each square.
In a large, deep pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place the parchment paper with the piped dough into the hot oil, paper side up. After a few seconds, gently use tongs to remove the parchment. Fry until the crullers are golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
Remove the crullers from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Once slightly cooled, dust the crullers with sugar-free powdered sweetener before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
756 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.2 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 47.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 187 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 34 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
