Homemade Cronuts Recipe

Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour

- 1/4 cup sugar

- 1 teaspoon salt

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

- 1/2 cup milk, warmed

- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)

- 1 egg

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

- 1/2 cup sugar for coating

*For the Filling:*

- 1 cup pastry cream or whipped cream

- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Directions:
1. **Activate the Yeast:**

In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes, until it becomes foamy.

2. **Prepare the Dough:**