Homemade Krispy Kremes — While Krispy Kreme doughnuts are known for their special taste and texture, you can make a homemade version that captures the essence of their famous doughnuts. Here’s a recipe that attempts to mimic the original Krispy Kreme doughnuts:
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
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- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 cup milk, scalded and cooled to lukewarm
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup shortening or butter, softened
- 4 1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
- Oil for frying (like vegetable or canola oil)
For the Glaze:
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- 1/3 cup butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
- 4-6 tablespoons hot water
Directions:
Activate Yeast:
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- In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water with a pinch of sugar. Let it sit until it becomes frothy, about 5-10 minutes.
Mix Dough:
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- In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk, sugar, salt, eggs, shortening, and 2 cups of flour. Beat until smooth.
- Stir in the yeast mixture. Gradually add enough remaining flour to make a soft dough.
Knead:
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- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. Add flour as needed to prevent sticking, but keep the dough relatively soft.
First Rise:
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- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-2 hours.
Roll and Cut:
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- Roll the dough out on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thickness. Cut with a doughnut cutter or use a large and small round cutter to make doughnut shapes.
Second Rise:
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- Place the doughnuts on a floured or parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and let them rise again until nearly doubled, about 30-45 minutes.
Fry:
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- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully slide doughnuts into the hot oil, frying a few at a time.
- Fry until they turn golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side. Flip once. Drain on paper towels.
Glaze:
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- While the doughnuts are still warm, dip them into the glaze.
- To make the glaze, melt butter, then sift in powdered sugar. Stir in vanilla and enough hot water to achieve a thin, smooth consistency.
Cool and Enjoy:
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- Let the glaze set for a bit before eating, but these are best enjoyed while still warm or at least on the same day.
Tips:
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- Keep your oil at a consistent temperature for even cooking. Too hot and they’ll burn outside before cooking through; too cool and they’ll absorb too much oil.
- If you want them less sweet or more like the classic Krispy Kreme, you might consider reducing the sugar slightly or adding a touch more butter for richness.
This recipe aims to give you a homemade version that’s close to the taste and texture of Krispy Kremes, though commercial doughnuts often have specific ingredients and processes that are hard to replicate exactly at home.
