Description
This Homemade Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Recipe replicates the classic soft, fluffy, and sweet glazed doughnuts beloved around the world. Made with a yeast-raised dough that’s fried to golden perfection and finished with a smooth vanilla glaze, these doughnuts bring the iconic Krispy Kreme experience to your kitchen. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, they’re best enjoyed slightly warm for that authentic melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/2 cup warm water (110°F)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2–3 inches in a heavy pot)
For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water (110°F) with a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, whole milk, heavy cream, melted butter, egg, and salt until well combined. Stir in the foamy yeast mixture thoroughly.
- Add Flour and Form Dough: Gradually add all-purpose flour, half a cup at a time, mixing after each addition until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms that pulls away from the bowl.
- Knead Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 5–7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape Doughnuts: Roll the dough out to about 1/2-inch thickness on a floured surface. Use a doughnut cutter or two round cutters (around 3 inches and 1 inch in diameter) to cut out doughnut shapes and holes. Place them on a floured baking sheet, cover, and let them rise again for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
- Heat Oil: In a heavy pot, heat 2–3 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C), monitoring the temperature carefully for even frying.
- Fry Doughnuts: Fry the doughnuts in batches for 1–2 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and set them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Prepare Glaze: While the doughnuts fry, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Glaze Doughnuts: Dip each warm doughnut into the glaze, ensuring both sides are coated. Place on a wire rack to allow the glaze to set.
Notes
- For the authentic Krispy Kreme texture, enjoy these doughnuts while still slightly warm.
- Store any leftover doughnuts in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat doughnuts briefly in the microwave to restore softness before serving.
