Description
This Homemade Krispy Kremes Recipe recreates the classic glazed doughnuts loved by many. Soft, airy, and perfectly fried to golden perfection, these doughnuts are topped with a sweet vanilla glaze that melts in your mouth. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these doughnuts bring the bakery experience right into your kitchen with simple ingredients and straightforward steps.
Ingredients
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Doughnuts
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/4 cup warm water (110°F)
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine warm milk, granulated sugar, softened butter, salt, and egg. Stir well to blend the mixture evenly.
- Combine Dough: Add the activated yeast mixture into the wet ingredients and mix. Gradually incorporate the flour, stirring until a soft dough forms that is slightly sticky but manageable.
- Knead Dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5–7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, developing the gluten for structure.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
- Shape Doughnuts: After rising, roll the dough out to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a donut cutter or two round cutters to cut the dough into donut shapes. Transfer to a floured surface.
- Second Rise: Cover the shaped doughnuts loosely and let them rise again for 30–40 minutes until puffy.
- Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C) ensuring it is deep enough to submerge the donuts.
- Fry Doughnuts: Carefully place the doughnuts in the hot oil in batches. Fry each side for 1–2 minutes until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Prepare Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until the glaze is smooth and lump-free.
- Glaze Doughnuts: While the doughnuts are still warm, dip each one into the glaze, allowing excess to drip off. Set them on a wire rack to let the glaze set.
- Serve: Enjoy the doughnuts warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For best taste, consume the doughnuts the same day they are made.
- To make a chocolate glaze variation, add 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the glaze mixture.
- For a lighter, less oily version, you can bake the doughnuts at 375°F for 8–10 minutes, though they will be less fluffy than fried ones.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
