Krispy Kreme Copycat

Recreate the magic of your favorite glazed donuts with this irresistible Krispy Kreme Copycat recipe! Fluffy, airy, and oh-so-sweet, these homemade donuts are crafted with a perfectly balanced dough featuring rich whole milk, buttery goodness, and a hint of vanilla. After a gentle rise and golden fry, each donut is dunked into a silky vanilla glaze that mimics the signature melt-in-your-mouth finish. With just 30 minutes of prep and simple pantry staples, you'll be serving up warm, pillowy donuts that rival the originals. Perfect for weekend treats, brunch gatherings, or an indulgent dessert, this recipe is your ultimate guide to bringing the iconic Krispy Kreme experience straight to your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.25 cups Warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
• 1 cups Whole milk
• 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups Butter (unsalted, melted)
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 4.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 0.25 cups Whole milk (for glaze)
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix the yeast and warm water. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over low heat until just warm (not boiling). Remove from heat.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture, warm milk, sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing with a wooden spoon or using a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment. Continue until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.

Step 5

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

Step 7

Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness on a floured surface.

Step 8

Use a round cutter (about 3 inches in diameter) to cut out donuts. Use a smaller cutter (about 1 inch in diameter) to cut out the centers, creating the donut holes.

Step 9

Place the donuts and holes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and let them rise again for 30 minutes.

Step 10

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the donuts in batches, frying about 1 minute per side or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

Step 11

For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until smooth.

Step 12

Dip each warm donut into the glaze, letting the excess drip off, and place on a wire rack to set.

Step 13

Serve warm and enjoy your homemade Krispy Kreme-style donuts!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2318.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	12000.4

Total Fat 1020.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 175.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 538.6mg	0%
Sodium 1459.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 721.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 301.6g
Protein 80.9g	0%

Vitamin D 218.4IU	0%
Calcium 516.6mg	0%
Iron 27.5mg	0%
Potassium 1337.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.1%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 23.3%