Description
Krispy Kreme donuts bring pure bakery magic right into home kitchens with this irresistible copycat recipe. Sweet dough pillows fried to golden perfection promise delightful comfort that connects bakers with classic American dessert nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1 ounce (28 grams) butter
- 1 1/2 ounces (42 grams) sugar
Liquid Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 3 tablespoons boiling water
- 1 teaspoon dry active yeast
Seasoning and Preparation:
- 1 dash of salt
- Enough oil for deep frying
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup butter
- 2 cups confectioners sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons hot water
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by whisking warm milk, boiling water, and dry active yeast in a small bowl. Allow the mixture to become frothy and bubbly for approximately 5 minutes.
- Create the dough base by combining flour, sugar, salt, and egg in a large mixing bowl. Incorporate the activated yeast mixture and blend until a cohesive dough forms.
- Integrate cold butter into the dough, kneading thoroughly until the texture becomes smooth and elastic. This process typically requires 5-7 minutes of consistent manipulation.
- Cover the dough with a moistened cloth and permit it to rise in a warm environment. Wait until the dough doubles in volume, which usually takes 1-2 hours.
- Prepare a lightly floured work surface and roll out the dough to approximately half-inch thickness. Utilize a doughnut cutter to shape the doughnuts and their corresponding holes.
- Heat cooking oil in a deep fryer or wok to precisely 350°F (175°C), ensuring an optimal frying temperature.
- Carefully lower the doughnuts into the hot oil, rotating once during cooking. Fry each side for 1-2 minutes until achieving a golden-brown coloration.
- Transfer the freshly fried doughnuts onto paper towels, allowing excess oil to drain completely.
- Prepare the glaze by melting butter and blending with confectioners sugar and vanilla extract. Gradually introduce hot water to achieve the desired smooth consistency.
- Immerse warm doughnuts into the prepared glaze, ensuring complete and even coating. Position the glazed doughnuts on a cooling rack, permitting the glaze to set and solidify.
Notes
- Test yeast freshness beforehand to ensure proper rising and avoid dense doughnuts.
- Allow dough to rise in a warm, draft-free environment for optimal volume and texture.
- Use a candy thermometer to maintain consistent oil temperature, preventing greasy or undercooked centers.
- For gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a blend of rice and almond flour, adding xanthan gum for binding.
- Make doughnuts lighter by using a stand mixer with a dough hook for more thorough and gentle kneading.
- Experiment with flavor variations by adding cinnamon, nutmeg, or orange zest to the dough for unique taste profiles.
- Let doughnuts cool slightly before glazing to prevent glaze from sliding off completely.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 252 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 97 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 44 mg