Step 1

Put oil in pan min. 2" deep and heat to 350 degrees.

Step 2

Fold dough in half in one direction then repeat in other direction.

Step 3

Cut out 3" circles of dough using biscuit cutter of cup/glass.

Step 4

Cut a 1" circles from center of each.

Step 5

Gather up scraps of dough, roll and cut an additional cronut.

Step 6

Fry approximately 90 seconds on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 7

Drain on paper towels.

Step 8

Cool before glazing and filling.

Step 9

Split cooled cronuts in half and fill each with 2 tbs of pudding then replace top.

Step 10

Make glaze and drizzle over top. Set aside until glaze has set.

Step 11

Whisk together: confectionery sugar, vanilla and 1 tablespoon of milk. If needed, add additional milk 1/2 tablespoon at a time until a glaze consistency is reached.