Description
Homemade Krispy Kremes are light, fluffy donuts coated in a sweet vanilla glaze. Freshly fried and perfectly golden, they offer a melt-in-your-mouth experience just like the iconic originals.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for rolling)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk or water (for glaze)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 tablespoon of the sugar in warm milk. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, salt, eggs, butter, vanilla, and yeast mixture. Mix and knead until dough is soft and slightly sticky.
- Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, until doubled in size.
- Roll out dough to 1/2 inch thick on a floured surface. Cut out donuts using a donut cutter or two round cutters.
- Place donuts on parchment-lined trays and let rise for another 30 minutes until puffy.
- Meanwhile, whisk powdered sugar, milk or water, and vanilla together to make the glaze. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry donuts in batches, flipping once, until golden brown—about 1 minute per side.
- Drain briefly on a wire rack, then dip warm donuts in glaze and let excess drip off.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Fill donuts with jam or cream instead of cutting a center.
- Dip in chocolate glaze for variation.
- Bake at 375°F for 8–10 minutes for a lighter option.
- Reheat in the microwave for 10 seconds to refresh.
- Use a thermometer for accurate oil temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
