Homemade Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

Homemade Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Recipe

Ingredients

For the Doughnuts:

• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)

• ¾ cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 large egg

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

• Oil, for frying (vegetable or canola)

For the Glaze:

• 2 cups powdered sugar

• ¼ cup whole milk

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough

1. In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk with 1 teaspoon sugar. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.

2. Add remaining sugar, flour, salt, butter, egg, and vanilla. Mix until a soft dough forms.

3. Knead dough 5–6 minutes until smooth and elastic (by hand or mixer).

2. First Rise

• Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1 ½ hours, or until doubled in size.

3. Shape the Doughnuts

1. Roll dough to ½-inch thickness on a floured surface.

2. Cut out rounds using a doughnut cutter (or 3-inch round cutter + small cutter for holes).

3. Place on parchment-lined trays, cover lightly, and let rise 30–45 minutes until puffy.

4. Fry the Doughnuts

1. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pot.

2. Fry doughnuts 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.

3. Remove and drain on a wire rack lined with paper towels.

5. Make the Glaze

• Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Dip warm doughnuts into glaze, then let set on a rack.

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Tips for Perfect Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

• Temperature is key: Warm milk activates yeast; hot oil fries evenly.

• Don’t overproof: Too long rising makes doughnuts collapse when frying.

• Glaze while warm: Ensures that iconic glossy finish.