Description
Indulge in the delight of Homemade Krispy Kreme Doughnuts with our easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for weekend baking, these doughnuts offer a blissful combination of a soft, airy interior and a sweet, glossy glaze. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or new to the kitchen, our step-by-step guide ensures you can recreate the magic of Krispy Kremes at home. Ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack, these homemade treats are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Doughnuts:
3 tablespoons milk
3 tablespoons boiling water
1 teaspoon dry active yeast
8 ounces all-purpose flour
1 1/2 ounces sugar
1 egg
1 ounce butter
A dash of salt
Oil for frying
Glaze:
1/3 cup butter
2 cups confectioners’ sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 tablespoons hot water
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining milk, boiling water, a teaspoon of sugar, and yeast. Let it foam.
- Prepare the dough by mixing flour, sugar, and salt. Incorporate butter, then add the egg and yeast mixture to form a dough.
- Knead the dough, let it rise until doubled, then divide and shape.
- Fry the doughnuts in hot oil until golden brown.
- Prepare the glaze by melting butter and mixing it with confectioners’ sugar, vanilla, and water. Glaze the warm doughnuts.
Notes
Use a kitchen scale for precise ingredient measurements.
Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature (375°F) for frying.
Activate yeast in a warm place to ensure it foams properly.
Doughnuts are best enjoyed warm for the freshest taste.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Homemade Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Doughnut Recipe, Easy Doughnut Recipe, Krispy Kreme Copycat, Breakfast Dessert, Sweet Snack, Homemade Doughnuts, Yeast Doughnuts