Description
Classic Krispy Kreme donuts shine in this homemade recipe that brings bakery magic to kitchen counters. Pillowy dough, sweet glaze, and precise techniques help home bakers craft irresistible treats you’ll devour warm from the fryer.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- 3/4 cup warm milk
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare yeast activation by combining it with tepid water in a mixing vessel, allowing the mixture to bloom and become frothy for approximately 5-10 minutes.
- Create a dough foundation by blending warm milk, granulated sweetener, seasoning, egg, liquefied butter, and activated yeast mixture into a comprehensive blend.
- Gradually incorporate flour into the liquid ingredients, kneading meticulously until a cohesive, supple dough emerges with smooth texture and elastic consistency.
- Transfer dough to a draft-free environment, covering with a clean kitchen towel, and permit fermentation for roughly 60 minutes until volume doubles substantially.
- Gently roll prepared dough across a lightly dusted work surface, extending to approximately 12-inch thickness with uniform precision.
- Utilize circular cutting tools to extract doughnut shapes, carefully separating inner rings from exterior circumferences.
- Arrange newly formed doughnuts on a floured surface, draping with lightweight fabric, and allow secondary proofing for half an hour to enhance volume.
- Heat culinary oil to precise 350°F temperature, ensuring consistent thermal distribution for optimal frying conditions.
- Carefully submerge doughnuts into hot oil, cooking each side for 1-2 minutes until achieving golden-amber coloration and crisp exterior.
- Remove fried pastries, transferring to absorbent paper towels for excess oil elimination.
- Craft a silky glaze by whisking powdered sugar with milk and vanilla extract until achieving smooth, pourable consistency.
- Immerse warm doughnuts into prepared glaze, allowing excess to gently cascade back into mixing vessel.
- Position glazed doughnuts on wire cooling rack, permitting excess coating to set and solidify naturally.
- Serve immediately while maintaining optimal temperature and textural integrity for maximum gustatory enjoyment.
Notes
- Master the yeast activation by ensuring water temperature is precisely between 100-110°F to guarantee perfect rising.
- Knead dough gently to prevent tough texture, stopping when it becomes smooth and elastic without overworking.
- Use a candy thermometer for accurate oil temperature, which prevents greasy or undercooked doughnuts during frying.
- Experiment with alternative glaze flavors like chocolate, maple, or add sprinkles for personalized gourmet versions.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg