Krispy Kreme Doughnut Copycat Recipe

These light and fluffy homemade doughnuts, topped with a rich glaze, taste just like Krispy Kremes! No more waiting in line (unless you really want to!).

Who hasn’t succumbed to the allure of a “HOT NOW” Krispy Kreme doughnut? This recipe lets you experience that same melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness at home. While the store-bought version is convenient, making them at home is a fun and rewarding experience.

These homemade doughnuts might not look perfectly professional, but they have a certain je ne sais quoi that rivals the original.

Ingredients

(Specific ingredients and quantities would be listed here in a full recipe. Since this is a general overview, I’ll provide the categories.)

For the Doughnuts:

Yeast (active dry or instant)
Milk (warm)
Sugar
Eggs
Butter (melted)
Salt
Flour

For the Glaze:

Powdered sugar
Milk (warm)
Vanilla extract

Instructions (General Overview)

Activate the Yeast: Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit until foamy.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, mix the foamy yeast mixture with eggs, melted butter, and salt.
Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add flour to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
First Rise: Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
Shape the Doughnuts: Punch down the dough and roll it out. Use a doughnut cutter to cut out the doughnuts.
Second Rise: Place the doughnuts on a baking sheet and let them rise again.
Fry the Doughnuts: Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot. Carefully fry the doughnuts until golden brown.
Make the Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, warm milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Glaze the Doughnuts: Dip the warm doughnuts in the glaze.

Tips and Variations (From the Text)

Father’s Day Treat: These doughnuts are a perfect treat for Father’s Day or any special occasion.
Fresh and Warm: Enjoy them warm for the best melt-in-your-mouth experience.

Why Make Them at Home?

While store-bought Krispy Kremes are readily available, making them at home offers several advantages:

Freshness: You control the ingredients and can enjoy them at peak freshness.
Fun: The process of making doughnuts is enjoyable and can be a family activity.
Customization: You can experiment with different flavors and glazes.

This recipe is a great way to enjoy the classic Krispy Kreme experience in the comfort of your own home.

Light and fluffy donuts topped with a rich glaze on top that will melt in your mouth. Tastes as good as the store-bought Krispy Kremes!

Duration:

Prep Time: 2

Cook Time: 30

Servings:

Calories: 228kcal

Ingredients

Doughnut Batter

2 ¼-ounce packages instant yeast (or 4½ teaspoons)
⅓ cup (80ml) warm water (105-115℉/40-46℃)
1½ cups (355ml) milk (whole or low fat milk)
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
1 teaspoon (7g) salt
2 large eggs
⅓ cup (76g) butter, (or shortening) softened
5 cups (600g) all-purpose flour
Canola oil for frying

Donut Glaze

½ cup (113g) butter melted
2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
2 teaspoon (10ml) vanilla
5-7 tablespoons (75-103ml) evaporated milk

Instructions

In a standing mixer, combine lukewarm water and yeast. Let it sit until dissolve for about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile in a microwave safe medium bowl, heat milk for about 2 minutes. Remove and let it cool.
Add, milk, sugar, salt, eggs, shortening or butter and 2 cups of flour to bowl of yeast.
Mix for 2 minutes at medium speed. Add the remaining 3 cups of flour and continue mixing dough. Scraping down sides.
Place dough in a large greased bowl. Cover loosely with a clean clothe and let rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1 to 2 hours or until doubled.
Roll dough out on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into doughnuts using a donut cutter or cookie cutter about one 1-inch and one 3 or 4-inch .Let stand for about 10 minutes.
In a large sauce pan, pour vegetable oil until it is at least 3 inches (or about 5 centimeters) high and place on medium heat until oil is 375 degrees.
Carefully drop doughnuts into hot oil, only a few at a time. Fry, turning once, for about 3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on prepared paper towels.

Doughnut Glaze

In a microwave safe bowl melt the butter.
Remove and stir in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until everything comes together
Then evaporated milk (or sub water) until you have reached desired consistency
Dip doughnuts in glaze and let it drip on the rack.