Krispy Kreme Donuts

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   Dissolve the yeast in the warm water in a 2 1/2-quart bowl.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   Add the milk, sugar, salt, eggs, shortening, and 2 cups flour.

3. 3
   Step 3:

   Beat on low speed for 30 seconds, scraping the bowl constantly.

4. 4
   Step 4:

   Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping the bowl occasionally.

   2 min
5. 5
   Step 5:

   Stir in the remaining flour until smooth.

6. 6
   Step 6:

   Cover and let rise until doubled, 50 to 60 minutes. The dough is ready when an indentation remains when touched.

   50–60 min
7. 7
   Step 7:

   Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll it lightly to coat with flour.

8. 8
   Step 8:

   Gently roll the dough 1/2 inch thick with a floured rolling pin.

9. 9
   Step 9:

   Cut with a floured doughnut cutter.

10. 10
    Step 10:

    Cover and let rise until doubled, 30 to 40 minutes.

    30–40 min
11. 11
    Step 11:

    Heat the canola oil in a deep fryer to 350°F.

12. 12
    Step 12:

    Slide the doughnuts into the hot oil with a wide spatula.

13. 13
    Step 13:

    Turn the doughnuts as they rise to the surface.

14. 14
    Step 14:

    Fry until golden brown, about 1 minute on each side.

    1 min
15. 15
    Step 15:

    Remove carefully from the oil without pricking the surface, then drain.

16. 16
    Step 16:

    For the glaze, heat the butter until melted.

17. 17
    Step 17:

    Remove the butter from the heat.

18. 18
    Step 18:

    Stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.

19. 19
    Step 19:

    Stir in the boiling water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

20. 20
    Step 20:

    Dip the doughnuts into the creamy glaze and set them on a rack.