Enjoy the taste of freshly made doughnuts with our Homemade Krispy Kreme recipe! These light and airy treats are a fan favorite, and you can now make them in your own kitchen. With their irresistible softness and melt-in-your-mouth glaze, these doughnuts will delight both children and adults. Join us as we walk you through the process of making your own batch of Homemade Krispy Kreme doughnuts, bringing the bakery experience right into your own home.
Ingredients:
For the Doughnuts:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water (110°F)
- 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Activate the Yeast:
- In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, granulated sugar, salt, vanilla extract, softened unsalted butter, and eggs. Mix well.
- Add the activated yeast mixture to the bowl and stir to combine.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Let the Dough Rise:
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape and Cut the Doughnuts:
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness.
- Use a doughnut cutter or two round cookie cutters (one large and one small) to cut out doughnuts and doughnut holes.
- Place the shaped doughnuts and doughnut holes on a lightly floured baking sheet, cover with a kitchen towel, and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- Fry the Doughnuts:
- In a deep fryer or large pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add a few doughnuts at a time to the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot.
- Fry the doughnuts for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Use a slotted spoon or spider strainer to remove the fried doughnuts from the oil and transfer them to a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain.
- Make the Glaze:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, whole milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Glaze the Doughnuts:
- While the doughnuts are still warm, dip them into the glaze, covering them completely.
- Place the glazed doughnuts back on the wire rack to allow any excess glaze to drip off.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the Homemade Krispy Kreme doughnuts warm and fresh, and enjoy the deliciousness straight from your kitchen!
- These doughnuts are best enjoyed the same day they are made, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
With our Homemade Krispy Kreme Doughnuts recipe, you can experience the joy of freshly made doughnuts in your own home. Every step, from mixing and kneading the dough to frying and glazing the finished treats, is a labor of love that yields irresistible doughnuts with that distinct Krispy Kreme flavor. These Homemade Krispy Kreme doughnuts are sure to be a hit with your family and friends, whether they are served for breakfast, dessert, or at any time of day. Roll up your sleeves and enjoy the deliciousness of freshly made doughnuts right from your kitchen! 🍩✨