Description
Krispy Kreme doughnuts bring sweet comfort straight from Southern kitchens, melting hearts with their golden, pillowy perfection. Homemade glazed goodness promises warm memories and delightful indulgence you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Leavening and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Glaze and Frying Ingredients:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup warm water
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm water, a portion of sugar, and yeast in a small container. Allow the mixture to bloom and become frothy for approximately 5 minutes.
- Create a wet mixture by blending warm milk, melted butter, eggs, remaining sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Incorporate the activated yeast mixture thoroughly.
- Gradually fold flour into the liquid ingredients, forming a soft, cohesive dough that pulls away from the bowl’s sides.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead methodically for 5-7 minutes until achieving a smooth, elastic texture with consistent elasticity.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and allow to rise in a warm, draft-free environment for approximately 1 hour or until the volume doubles.
- Roll out the proofed dough on a floured surface to a uniform 1/2 inch thickness. Use circular cutters to shape doughnuts, removing the center to create classic ring shapes.
- Arrange cut doughnuts on a lightly dusted surface, allowing a secondary rise for 30 minutes to enhance their lightness and texture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to precisely 375°F, using a thermometer to maintain consistent temperature.
- Carefully lower doughnuts into the hot oil, frying in small batches for 1-2 minutes per side until achieving a rich, golden-brown color. Remove and drain excess oil on absorbent paper towels.
- Prepare a silky glaze by whisking powdered sugar with milk and vanilla extract until achieving a smooth, glossy consistency. Dip warm doughnuts, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Position glazed doughnuts on a wire rack, allowing excess glaze to drip and the coating to set. Serve while still warm for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Activate yeast properly by ensuring water temperature is between 100-110°F, which helps create perfect rising conditions without killing the microorganisms.
- Knead dough thoroughly to develop gluten, creating a lighter, more tender texture that mimics authentic Krispy Kreme consistency.
- Use a candy thermometer for precise oil temperature control, preventing doughnuts from absorbing excess oil or becoming greasy during frying.
- Allow sufficient rising time in a draft-free, warm environment to achieve maximum volume and soft, pillowy doughnut texture.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg