Indulge in the delight of creating your own Homemade Krispy Kremes with this easy-to-follow recipe. These golden, pillowy doughnuts, freshly fried to perfection, and generously glazed, are a true treat for any sweet tooth.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Crafting these Krispy Kremes at home allows you to enjoy the irresistible freshness of a classic favorite. The combination of a soft, yeasty dough and a luscious glaze makes these doughnuts an absolute delight. Plus, the process is both rewarding and surprisingly simple.
Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp milk
- 3 tbsp boiling water
- 1 tsp dry active yeast
- 8 oz all-purpose flour (a little under 2 cups)
- 1 1/2 oz sugar (about 3 tablespoons)
- 1 egg
- 1 oz butter, cold to room temperature
- Dash of salt
- Enough oil to cover the bottom few inches of a wok or a deep fryer.
For the Glaze:
- 1/3 cup butter
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
- 4 tablespoons hot water or as needed
Directions:
- In a large measuring jug, combine milk and boiling water. Add a teaspoon of sugar and the yeast. Stir gently and leave it in a warm place for the yeast to activate.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, the rest of the sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter until it resembles crumbs.
- Add the beaten egg and yeast mixture to the flour mix, and mix into a smooth dough (about 5 minutes).
- Turn the dough onto a lightly-floured counter, knead for 5 to 10 minutes until it feels springy. Place it back in the bowl, cover, and let rise for about an hour until double in size.
- Once risen, cut the dough into 4 pieces. Stretch each piece into a long rope, cut strips about an inch long, ball them up, and place on a baking tray or wire rack.
- Cover the doughnut holes with a cloth to rise while you heat the oil to 375F.
- Fry the doughnuts until golden brown on each side (about 2 minutes). Fry only a few at a time to avoid overcrowding.
- Drain on a paper towel or wire rack over a cloth before glazing them. Ensure to glaze them while warm for that delicious coverage!
Prep Time:* 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours | Kcal: Calories may vary based on serving size and glaze usage | Servings: Approximately 20 doughnuts
Storage:
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For longer freshness, freeze the doughnuts and glaze them upon thawing
Recipe Tips:
- Measure and weigh the flour accurately for the best results.
- Keep the oil at the right temperature (375F) for perfectly golden doughnuts.
- Glaze the doughnuts while they are still warm to achieve the desired coverage and flavor.