Copycat Krispy Kreme New Doughnuts (Original Glazed Recipe)
290kcal
Ingredients
- For the Dough
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
- 1 cup warm whole milk 110°F / 43°C
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
- For the Original Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 –5 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional Toppings
- Melted chocolate
- Rainbow sprinkles
- Crushed freeze-dried strawberries
- Cinnamon sugar
- Chocolate ganache
Equipment
- Stand Mixer with Dough Hook (or Large Mixing Bowl)
- Rolling Pin
- 3-Inch Doughnut Cutter
- Large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot
- Deep Fry Thermometer
- Slotted Spoon or Spider Strainer
- Wire Cooling Rack
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
Method
- Step 1 – Activate the Yeast
- Mix the warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let stand for 5–8 minutes until foamy.
- Step 2 – Make the Dough
- Add the melted butter, egg yolks, vanilla, and salt. Mix well, then gradually add the flour until a soft dough forms.
- Step 3 – Knead
- Knead for 5 minutes in a stand mixer or 8 minutes by hand until smooth and elastic.
- Step 4 – First Rise
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Step 5 – Shape the Doughnuts
- Roll the dough to ½-inch thickness and cut using a doughnut cutter. Place on parchment paper and let rise again for 20–25 minutes.
- Step 6 – Fry
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry 2–3 doughnuts at a time for about 60–90 seconds per side until lightly golden.
- Step 7 – Prepare the Glaze
- Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Step 8 – Glaze
- Dip the warm doughnuts into the glaze, place on a wire rack, and allow the glaze to set for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving75gCalories290kcalCarbohydrates40gProtein5gFat12gSaturated Fat4gPolyunsaturated Fat2gMonounsaturated Fat5gCholesterol135mgSodium190mgPotassium85mgFiber1gSugar18gVitamin A180IUVitamin C5mgCalcium2mg
Notes
- Keep the oil temperature between 350–360°F (175–182°C) for perfectly cooked doughnuts.
- Do not overcrowd the frying pot, as this lowers the oil temperature.
- Warm leftover glazed doughnuts in the microwave for 8 seconds to recreate the fresh Krispy Kreme texture.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Freeze unglazed doughnuts for up to 2 months, then thaw and glaze before serving.
- For a fun twist, fill the doughnuts with pastry cream, raspberry jam, chocolate hazelnut spread, or vanilla custard after frying.