Krispy Kreme Donut
3 steps · 24 min total
- 01
Prepare the Dough
In a 2 1/2-quart bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, salt, eggs, shortening, and 2 cups of flour. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds, scraping the bowl constantly, then increase to medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping occasionally. Stir in the remaining flour until the mixture is smooth.
Cover the bowl and let the dough rise until it has doubled in size, which should take about 50 to 60 minutes. You'll know it's ready when an indentation remains after you gently touch it. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, rolling it around to coat it. Gently roll the dough to a thickness of 1/2-inch with a floured rolling pin, then cut out the donuts with a floured cutter. Cover the cut donuts and let them rise again until doubled, about 30 to 40 minutes.
