Krispy Kreme Donut
Make Krispy Kreme Donut once and it will go straight into your regular rotation. Prep takes about under an hour, cooking around under an hour, and it serves 4. Sweet without being heavy, it works just as well for an afternoon treat as for dessert. Read through the tips before you start — a couple of small details go a long way with this one.
- Level Hard
Ingredients
- ¼ oz Yeast
- ¼ cup Water
- 1 ½ cup Water
- ½ cup Sugar
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 Eggs
- ⅓ cup Shortening
- 5 Drops Flour
- Sprinking Canola Oil
- ½ cup Milk
- 2 cup Sugar
- 1 ½ cup Vanilla
- 6 tbsp Boiling Water
- ⅓ cup Butter
Method
- Dissolve yeast in warm water in 2 1/2-quart bowl. Add milk, sugar, salt, eggs, shortening and 2 cups flour. Beat on low for 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in remaining flour until smooth. Cover and let rise until double, 50-60 minutes. (Dough is ready when indentation remains when touched.) Turn dough onto floured surface; roll around lightly to coat with flour. Gently roll dough 1/2-inch thick with floured rolling pin. Cut with floured doughnut cutter. Cover and let rise until double, 30-40 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in deep fryer to 350°. Slide doughnuts into hot oil with wide spatula. Turn doughnuts as they rise to the surface. Fry until golden brown, about 1 minute on each side. Remove carefully from oil (do not prick surface); drain. Dip the doughnuts into creamy glaze set on rack.
- Heat butter until melted. Remove from heat. Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Stir in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency.
Tips for the best Krispy Kreme Donut
- Use a kitchen scale for the dry ingredients if you have one — baking is less forgiving than cooking.
- Let the egg come up to room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking so it cooks evenly.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
Variations
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Swap the egg for silken tofu — keep the cooking time similar and check for doneness.
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
Serving ideas
Dust with icing sugar just before serving and pair with coffee or tea.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
What can I substitute for yeast?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Is this Krispy Kreme Donut recipe hard to make?
It is rated hard: 14 ingredients and 3 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Can I make Krispy Kreme Donut ahead of time?
You can prep all the ingredients a day ahead and keep them covered in the fridge, then cook just before serving for the best texture.
Recipe data via TheMealDB — source
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