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Homemade Krispy Kremes

Homemade Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

These homemade Krispy Kreme-style doughnuts are pillow-soft, delightfully glazed, and can be whipped up in your own kitchen—no drive-thru required. Made with pantry staples and customizable flavors, they’re a comforting treat perfect for brunches, family time, or sharing with friends.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Course Baked Goods, Comfort Food, Dessert, Family Favorites, Holiday Treats
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3½ cups all-purpose flour bread flour for extra chew
  • 2¼ tsp active dry yeast one packet
  • 1 cup warm milk 110°F; dairy or almond milk
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar or 3 Tbsp light brown sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 large egg yolks or ½ cup applesauce for egg-free
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 cups confectioners’ sugar sifted
  • ¼ cup whole milk or heavy cream
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit 5–7 minutes until foamy.
  • In a large bowl, stir flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center.
  • Pour the foamy yeast, egg yolks, and melted butter into the flour. Stir with a wooden spoon until you have a shaggy dough.
  • Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Transfer dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 45 minutes.
  • Gently deflate the dough, roll it to ½-inch thickness, and cut with a 3-inch and 1-inch cutter for rings and holes.
  • Place on parchment-lined trays, cover with a towel, and let rise another 20–30 minutes until puffed.
  • Heat oil to 350 °F. Fry 2–3 doughnuts at a time, 1 minute per side, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  • Whisk confectioners’ sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth to make the glaze.
  • Dip warm doughnuts top-first into glaze, let excess drip off, and place on rack to set. Enjoy while warm!

Notes

For a fun seasonal twist, add pumpkin pie spice or lemon zest to the dough or glaze. Store unglazed doughnuts in the freezer for up to a month.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcal
Keyword Doughnuts, easy, glazed, Homemade, Krispy Kreme
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