Description
These homemade Krispy Kreme–style donuts are soft, airy, and perfectly glazed—just like the classic ones you love! Made with simple ingredients and an easy dough, these melt-in-your-mouth donuts are ideal for breakfast, holidays, or any sweet craving.
Who Is This Recipe For?
This recipe is perfect for:
- Home bakers who want bakery-style donuts.
- Families looking for a weekend treat.
- Anyone who loves classic glazed donuts.
- Beginners who want an easy, step-by-step donut recipe.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Light & fluffy texture just like Krispy Kreme.
- Simple ingredients you already have at home.
- Beginner-friendly instructions with perfect results.
- Versatile dough—glaze, sugar-coat, or fill with cream.
Ingredients
For the Donuts
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup lukewarm whole milk
- ¼ cup lukewarm water
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 egg (room temperature)
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- ¼ cup softened butter
- Pinch of kosher salt
- Oil for frying
For the Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup lukewarm whole milk
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Dough hook or your hands
- Rolling pin
- Donut cutter
- Deep pot or fryer
- Cooling rack
How to Make Homemade Krispy Kreme Donuts
- Activate Yeast
Combine lukewarm water, milk, 1 tbsp flour, 1 tbsp sugar, and yeast. Mix and rest for 10 minutes until bubbly. - Prepare Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk the remaining flour with salt. - Add Butter
Rub in the butter until the mixture feels like sand. - Combine Wet & Dry
Add sugar, egg, and the yeast mixture. Knead for 5 minutes using your hands or a mixer. - Knead the Dough
Transfer to a floured surface and knead 5–8 minutes until smooth and bouncy. - First Rise
Lightly oil a bowl, place dough inside, oil the top, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour). - Shape the Donuts
Punch down the dough and divide it into four pieces. Roll it out to ½ inch thick and cut out donuts and holes. - Second Rise
Cover and let rise again for 30–40 minutes. - Heat Oil
Preheat oil to 375°F (190°C). - Fry Donuts
Fry each donut for 70–90 seconds per side until golden. If they don’t float, let them rise a little longer. - Drain
Transfer to a cooling rack. - Make the Glaze
Mix powdered sugar, lukewarm milk, heavy cream, and vanilla until smooth. - Glaze & Serve
Dip donuts into the glaze or drizzle over the top. Enjoy warm!
Storage Tips
- Room temperature: 1–2 days in an airtight container.
- Refrigerator: Up to 4 days. Warm slightly before serving.
- Freeze (un-glazed): Up to 2 months. Thaw and glaze fresh.
FAQ
Can I bake these donuts instead of frying?
Yes! Bake at 375°F for 8–10 minutes, then glaze.
Why didn’t my donuts rise?
Your yeast may be old, or the liquid was too hot/cold. The dough also needs a warm place to rise.
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes! Let it rise once, then refrigerate overnight. Shape and fry the next day.
Conclusion
These homemade Krispy Kreme donuts are irresistibly soft, perfectly sweet, and incredibly easy to make at home. Whether you glaze them, sugar-coat them, or fill them, they’ll taste like they came straight from the donut shop!
