Description
Krispy Kreme donuts bring bakery magic straight to home kitchens with this classic recipe. Simple ingredients and careful technique deliver golden, glazed perfection that rivals the original doughnut shop experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large egg
- 8 oz (226 g) all-purpose flour (approximately 2 cups)
- 1.5 oz (42 g) granulated sugar (roughly 3 tbsps)
- 3 tbsps milk
- 3 tbsps boiling water
- 1 tsp dry active yeast
- 1 oz (28 g) butter (cold to room temperature)
- 1 pinch salt
- Sufficient vegetable oil for frying
- 1/3 cup butter
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1.5 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 tbsps hot water (additional water may be required)
Instructions
- Prepare a warm environment by combining milk and boiling water with a pinch of sugar and yeast, allowing the mixture to activate and become frothy.
- Mix dry ingredients including flour, remaining sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl, then incorporate butter by crumbling it into a coarse, crumb-like texture.
- Whisk the egg briefly, then combine with the activated yeast mixture into the flour blend, kneading thoroughly for approximately 5 minutes until a smooth, cohesive dough forms.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly dusted surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, developing elasticity and creating small air pockets, then return to the bowl and let rise in a warm location for roughly 60 minutes until volume doubles.
- Divide the risen dough into four equal sections, rolling each piece into a long rope approximately 1-1.5 inches wide, then slice into small segments and shape into round balls.
- Arrange dough balls on a baking tray, covering with a lightweight cloth to allow further proofing while preparing the frying station.
- Heat oil to precisely 375°F, carefully lowering dough balls in small batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure even golden-brown coloration, frying approximately 2 minutes per side.
- Remove doughnuts using a slotted spoon, draining excess oil on absorbent paper towels, then glaze immediately while still warm to achieve optimal coating and shine.
- For consistent results, utilize a kitchen scale to measure ingredients accurately, as volume measurements can significantly vary between different flour types and regions.
Notes
- Precise flour measurement is crucial for achieving the perfect dough texture, so invest in a digital kitchen scale for accuracy.
- Activate yeast in warm (not hot) liquid to ensure it fosters proper fermentation without killing the delicate microorganisms.
- Control oil temperature carefully during frying, using a deep-fry thermometer to maintain consistent 375°F for golden, crispy exteriors without burning.
- Create uniform doughnut holes by rolling and cutting consistently, which helps ensure even cooking and professional-looking results.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 262 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 44 mg