🍩 Homemade Krispy Kreme-Style Donuts
Recreate the melt-in-your-mouth magic of Krispy Kreme right in your own kitchen! These soft, pillowy donuts are fried to golden perfection and dipped in a sweet vanilla glaze that’s utterly irresistible. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a weekend baking project with the family.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Stand mixer or whisk
- Rolling Pin
- Donut cutter or two round cutters
- Frying pan or deep fryer
- Slotted spoon or tongs
- Wire rack
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- For the Donuts:
- 2¼ tsp active dry yeast 1 packet
- ½ cup warm water 110°F / 45°C
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¼ cup warm milk
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
- Vegetable oil for frying
- For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup whole milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Make the Dough
- Dissolve yeast in warm water; let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine sugar, butter, warm milk, salt, and egg. Stir in yeast mixture.
- Gradually add flour and mix to form a soft dough.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled.
- Step 2: Shape the Donuts
- Roll dough to ½-inch thickness on a floured surface.
- Cut using a donut cutter or round cutters.
- Place on a floured tray, cover, and let rise again for 30 minutes.
- Step 3: Fry the Donuts
- Heat 2–3 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pan.
- Fry donuts in small batches for 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Step 4: Make the Glaze
- In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Step 5: Glaze the Donuts
- While warm, dip each donut into the glaze, coating both sides.
- Set on a wire rack and let the glaze set before serving.
Notes
💡 Pro Tips Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature for even frying. Let donuts rise in a warm but not hot area—around 75–80°F is ideal. For a clean look, dip donuts quickly and let excess glaze drip off. Add a pinch of nutmeg to the dough for a subtle flavor boost.
🔍 Nutrition (Per Donut – Approximate)
- Calories: ~260
- Carbs: ~34g
- Fat: ~12g
- Sugar: ~14g
- Protein: ~3g
- Sodium: ~80mg