Description
Krispy Kreme donuts become pure joy when baked right in your kitchen, delivering that classic sweet taste without leaving home. Warm, pillowy dough covered in glossy glaze brings bakery magic straight to your plate.
Ingredients
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Donuts:
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm water
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients:
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup warm milk
Finishing Ingredients:
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil
Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup whole milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by dissolving 2¼ tsp of active dry yeast in ½ cup water heated to 110°F. Wait 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy and bubbly.
- Blend ¼ cup softened butter, ¼ cup warm milk, ¼ cup sugar, ¼ tsp salt, and 1 large egg in a mixing bowl until thoroughly combined.
- Pour the foamy yeast mixture into the butter mixture and stir until incorporated. Gradually fold in 2½ cups flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 minutes until the texture becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm area for 1-1.5 hours until the volume doubles.
- Roll the risen dough to ½-inch thickness on a floured surface. Use donut cutters to create circular shapes with center holes.
- Arrange cut donuts on a floured tray, cover, and allow a second rise for 30 minutes in a warm spot.
- Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in a deep pan, creating 2-3 inches of cooking depth. Carefully lower donuts into the oil.
- Fry donuts in small batches for 1-2 minutes per side, watching for a golden-brown color. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Whisk 2 cups powdered sugar, ¼ cup whole milk, and ½ tsp vanilla extract until a smooth glaze forms.
- Dip each warm donut into the glaze, ensuring complete coverage on both sides. Place on a wire rack to let the glaze set.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to help the dough rise evenly and create a softer texture.
- The dough needs a warm, draft-free spot to rise properly, so consider placing it near a preheated oven.
- Test the oil temperature with a small piece of dough – it should sizzle and float immediately when ready.
- For a lighter glaze, add a bit more milk; for a thicker coating, use less liquid in the glaze mixture.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Donuts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 325 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg