Krispy Kreme doughnuts are some of the best around. They have a sweet buttery taste that melts in your mouth.

However, many times getting to a Krispy Kreme can prove to be impossible. We live pretty far from the closest one. So, getting the delicious Krispy Kreme taste can be pretty hard.

Copycat Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

That’s why I have this delicious Copycat recipe that gives you all the delicious doughnut taste without having to drive miles to get it.

This delicious Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Copycat Recipe will be a huge hit. Packed with the delicious flavors that have made these doughnuts a huge favorite, without the drive! So, read on to see how easy it is to make copycat Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. Check out how easy it is to make copycat Krispy Kreme donuts!

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Copycat Recipe

Tomorrow is National Doughnut day. Why wouldn’t these delectable treats have their own day. I mean hello, Doughnuts = Happiness …well at least in my book.lol

One of my favorite types is Kripy Kreme Doughnuts.

I simply adore Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. They are truly one of my favorite kinds out there.

Sadly where we live in there aren’t any within a driving radius which makes me so sad.

That beings said what’s the next best thing? Making them from scratch, because lets face it nothing taste better than freshly made Krispy Kreme.

How to make Copycat Krispy Kreme doughnuts

This Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Copycat Recipe is so crazy easy to make you’ll be shocked. Most important you’ll be blown away by the delicious, authentic flavor.

Check out the recipe below.

To make this recipe you will need a Doughnut cutter which can be found here.

Ingredients in Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Copycat Recipe

For the Doughnuts: (makes 6, recipe can be doubled)

2 1/2 Cups of All Purpose Flour (plus little more if required)
1/4 Cup of granulated Sugar
1 packet of instant yeast
4 tbsp of lukewarm water (around 110 F)
3/4 Cup of lukewarm milk
1 egg, at room temperature
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 Cup of shortening or unsalted butter at room temperature (use shortening for more authentic taste)
Enough vegetable oil or shortening for frying (use shortening for more authentic taste)

For the glaze –

(whisk everything together into a smooth paste)

1 Cup Confectioners Sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp of water
1 tbsp of butter

How to make Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

In the bowl of your stand mixer, add the water and yeast and let it stand for 10-12 minutes.

Next crack in the egg in a measuring cup and whisk it.

Pour it into the bowl of stand mixer along with the sugar, milk and shortening/butter, about a cup of flour and salt.

Mix it on medium speed for couple of minutes and then add in the remaining flour and keep mixing till combined.

Cover the bowl with a towel and let dough rise for an hour.

Dough is ready when the dent stays when you push down with a finger on it.

After an hour, take the dough out on a floured surface and roll it out to 1/2 inch thickness.

Cut using a floured doughnut cutter, cover and let it rise for another 40 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil or shortening, and once the oil is hot, slide the doughnuts in.

Turn once the doughnut rise to the surface and fry till golden brown.

Transfer to a cooling rack. Once it is cool enough to be handled but still warm, dip it in the glaze and transfer it to the cooling rack.

Don’t they look heavenly? This is so easy to make and so worth the effort.

These delectable Krispy Kreme Doughnuts are pretty amazing.

Enjoy!

Make sure and pin the recipe below to save for later!

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Copycat Recipe

Name: Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Copycat Recipe
Prep time: 55 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: For the Doughnuts: (makes 6, recipe can be doubled); 2 1/2 Cups of All Purpose Flour (plus little more if required); 1/4 Cup of granulated Sugar; 1 packet of instant yeast; 4 tbsp of lukewarm water (around 110 F); 3/4 Cup of lukewarm milk; 1 egg, at room temperature; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 Cup of shortening or unsalted butter at room temperature (use shortening for more authentic taste); Enough vegetable oil or shortening for frying (use shortening for more authentic taste); For the glaze -; (whisk everything together into a smooth paste); 1 Cup Confectioners Sugar; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tbsp of water; 1 tbsp of butter

Prep Time: 55 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

This delicious Krispy Kreme Copycat recipe will be a huge hit in your home. Filled with all the deliciousness of Krispy Kreme doughnuts without the drive.

Ingredients

For the Doughnuts: (makes 6, recipe can be doubled)
2 1/2 Cups of All Purpose Flour (plus little more if required)
1/4 Cup of granulated Sugar
1 packet of instant yeast
4 tbsp of lukewarm water (around 110 F)
3/4 Cup of lukewarm milk
1 egg, at room temperature
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 Cup of shortening or unsalted butter at room temperature (use shortening for more authentic taste)
Enough vegetable oil or shortening for frying (use shortening for more authentic taste)
For the glaze -
(whisk everything together into a smooth paste)
1 Cup Confectioners Sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp of water
1 tbsp of butter

Instructions

In the bowl of your stand mixer, add the water and yeast and let it stand for 10-12 minutes.
Next crack in the egg in a measuring cup and whisk it. Pour it into the bowl of stand mixer along with the milk and shortening/butter, about a cup of flour and salt.
Mix it on medium speed for couple of minutes and then add in the remaining flour and keep mixing till combined.
Cover the bowl with a towel and let dough rise for an hour. Dough is ready when the dent stays when you push down with a finger on it.
After an hour, take the dough out on a floured surface and roll it out to 1/2 inch thickness.
Cut using a floured doughnut cutter, cover and let it rise for another 40 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil or shortening, and once the oil is hot, slide the doughnuts in. Turn once the doughnut rise to the surface and fry till golden brown.

Transfer to a cooling rack. Once it is cool enough to be handled but still warm, dip it in the glaze and transfer it to the cooling rack.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 533Total Fat: 23gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 144mgCarbohydrates: 73gFiber: 2gSugar: 31gProtein: 8g

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