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Krispy Kreme Copycat Donuts

Krispy Kreme Copycat Donuts

A delightful recipe for recreating the famous Krispy Kreme donuts at home. These donuts are light, fluffy, and covered in a sweet glaze, making them perfect for breakfast or as an indulgent treat.
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk, warmed
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar, plus a pinch for yeast activatio
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup (57g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 4-6 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • ¼ cup (60ml) whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Activate the Yeast: Combine warm milk, a pinch of sugar, and active dry yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Prepare the Dough: Add remaining sugar, egg, vanilla, salt, and melted butter to yeast mixture. Gradually mix in flour until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the Dough: Knead for 5-7 minutes in a stand mixer or 8-10 minutes by hand until smooth and elastic.
  4. First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled.
  5. Shape the Donuts: Punch down dough, roll to ½ inch thickness, and cut out donut shapes. Place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
  6. Second Rise: Cover shaped donuts and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  7. Heat the Oil: Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Fry the Donuts: Fry donuts in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  9. Drain the Donuts: Remove fried donuts and drain on a wire rack.
  10. Prepare the Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  11. Glaze the Donuts: Dip warm donuts into glaze and let excess drip off. Place back on wire rack.

Notes

Store leftover glazed donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days. For longer storage, freeze plain donuts for 2-3 months.