Vanilla Cream Long Johns

Ingredients (31)

• 1 (1/4-oz) package active dry yeast (2 1/2 Teaspoons)
• 2 Tablespoons warm water (105–115°F)
• 3 1/4 Cups all-purpose flour plus some for working the dough
• 1 Cup milk, room temperature
• 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 large egg yolks
• 2 Tablespoons sugar
• 1 1/2 Teaspoons salt
• 1/2 Teaspoon cinnamon
• Canola or other neutral oil for frying
• Chocolate Glaze: (Enough for 12 long johns)
• 1/4 Cup unsalted butter
• 2 Tablespoons milk
• 1 Teaspoon light corn syrup
• 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate
• 1-2 Cups confectioner’s sugar (powdered sugar)
• Maple Glaze: (Enough for 12 long johns)
• 1/4 Cup unsalted butter
• 2 Tablespoons milk
• 1/2 Cup real maple syrup
• 1-2 Cups confectioner’s sugar (powdered sugar)
• Vanilla Cream Filling: (Enough for 12 long johns)
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1/3 Cup sugar
• 3 Tablespoons flour
• 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 1/2 Cups milk
• 1/4 Cup cream
• 1 vanilla bean
• 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract