Get ready to indulge in homemade Krispy Kreme-style doughnuts that are surprisingly easy to make! These glazed delights will have your friends and family begging for more. Let’s dive into this delightful treat!
Tips for the Perfect Doughnut
Remember, the texture of your dough may depend on your kitchen climate, so adjust the flour as needed. Trust me, kneading the dough until it's smooth is vital for that perfect bite!
Making Ahead
If you want to save time, you can prepare the doughnuts in advance—just let them rise in the fridge overnight!
Ingredients
- Doughnut Dough:
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- Glaze:
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Instructions
- Make the dough:
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Step 1- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients from flour to vanilla extract until well combined. Let the dough rest for 5 minutes. Knead the dough with an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook or by hand until the dough is smooth, elastic, soft, and no longer sticking to the sides of your mixer, about 6 to 8 minutes. Dampen hands with water, then transfer the dough to a large oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
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Step 2- Prepare for cutting: Prepare two baking sheets with parchment paper. Punch the dough down and turn it out onto a lightly floured work surface. Roll the dough out into 1/2-inch thickness and cut with a doughnut cutter or with a large round cutter and a small cutter for the holes. Place doughnuts on baking sheets. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour (unless following the Make Ahead instructions below).
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Step 3- Make ahead: To make ahead, once the doughnuts are cut, cover with plastic wrap or place in an air-tight container and allow to rise in the fridge overnight, or up to 24 hours. Let come to room temperature before frying.
- Fry the doughnuts:
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Step 4- Heat oil and fry: Using a large, deep, and heavy pan such as a Dutch oven, heat the oil on medium to 350°F. When ready, use scissors to cut the parchment around each doughnut. Place three doughnuts (including the parchment paper) in the oil at a time and fry until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Once the parchment paper separates from the dough, use tongs to pull it out. Do not overcook the doughnuts. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Make the glaze:
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Step 5- Prepare glaze: In a medium-sized deep bowl, mix all ingredients with a whisk until smooth. Immerse each doughnut into the glaze. Flip the doughnut if necessary to cover completely. Place glazed doughnuts on a wire rack above a lined sheet pan to catch any excess glaze. Let sit until glaze is set before serving, about 40 minutes.
Nutrition
- Calories: 210, Fat: 10g, Carbs: 29g, Protein: 2g
Cooking techniques
Frying doughnuts requires precision. Monitor the oil temperature closely to achieve that perfect golden-brown finish.
Variations or substitutions
For a twist, consider adding different spices like cinnamon or using almond extract instead of vanilla for the glaze. You can also try adding chocolate or maple flavoring to the dough!
Storage tips
Store any leftover doughnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze them and reheat in the oven when ready to enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to experiment with toppings like sprinkles or chocolate drizzle for a fun twist!
