Inspired by the classic Boston cream pie, this popular donut variety envelopes silky-smooth pastry cream in a light and airy yeasted doughnut, then tops it off with a chocolate glaze. Sweet enough to be a dessert, these doughnuts also make for a decadent breakfast or snack with a cup of coffee. They also have very similar vibes to chocolate eclairs. What Is a Boston Cream Doughnut Made of? Boston cream donuts are made of a yeasted round doughnut that is stuffed with pastry cream and dipped in a chocolate glaze. Boston Cream Doughnuts Versus Bavarian Cream Doughnuts Both doughnuts typically start with the same base, a yeasted doughnut stuffed with pastry cream. However, Bavarian cream doughnuts are usually tossed in powdered sugar, whereas Boston cream doughnuts are always glazed with chocolate. Tips and Tricks for Making Boston Cream Doughnuts Check the yeast by heating the milk to around 110 F and sprinkling …