Krispy Kremes
Delightful homemade donuts with a soft, fluffy texture and sweet glaze, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 3 tbsp milk Use whole milk for best results.
- 3 tbsp boiling water Hot water helps activate the yeast.
- 1 tsp dry active yeast Ensure it is fresh for proper rising.
- 8 oz all-purpose flour Sifted for a lighter texture.
- 1.5 oz sugar Auto-sweetening agent for dough.
- 1 large egg At room temperature for better mixing.
- 1 oz butter Softened at room temperature.
- 1 dash salt Enhances flavor.
- Oil for frying Vegetable or canola oil is recommended.
Glaze Ingredients
- 1/3 cup butter Melted for the glaze.
- 2 cups powdered sugar Sifted to avoid lumps.
- 1.5 tsp vanilla Pure vanilla extract enhances flavor.
- 4 tbsp hot water To adjust glaze consistency.
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine the milk, boiling water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit until it starts to foam.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mix looks crumbly.
- Add the yeast mixture and the egg to the flour mix. Stir until you form a smooth dough.
- Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes until it is smooth.
- Cover the dough and let it rise for 1 hour, until it has doubled in size.
Cooking
- Shape the risen dough into balls and let them rise again while you heat oil to 375°F.
- Fry the donuts in hot oil until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
- Drain the donuts on paper towels, then glaze them while they are still warm.
Notes
Serve warm for best taste. Add sprinkles or chocolate drizzle for extra fun. To store, place in an airtight container at room temperature. They can be frozen for long-term storage.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 80mgSugar: 10g
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