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As a foodie, I’ve always been obsessed with the yummy things that people gravitate towards. But it wasn’t until my late 20’s that I was introduced to warm Krispy Kreme glazed donuts. Honestly, I didn’t realize what the big deal was. That is, until a co-worker brought me my first ever warm Krispy Kreme donut. And that, my friends, was a game-changer. Recently I had the pleasure of introducing my kids to Krispy Kreme. But, instead of spending the money a couple of times a month to pick some up, I decided to make my own Copycat Krispy Kreme Donuts recipe!
Why you need an air fryer
So the Air Fryer in itself is a fairly new (and hot!) commodity. But our convection toaster oven has had an air fry function built in for the last 3+ years. So I’ve had the chance to play around with the air fry function a bit. It worked okay, but having an actual air fryer has seriously changed the game. It heats up very quickly. Something as simple french fries turn out absolutely delicious.
What you’ll need to make Copycat Krispy Kreme Donuts
Besides your handy dandy air fryer, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 8 homemade biscuits or 1 can store bought
- 6 Tablespoons of melted butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla
- 3/4 cup of evaporated milk
That is it! Honestly, the most ‘difficult’ part is the prep of the glaze. But the glaze is the absolute best part of a Krispy Kreme donut, am I right?!
Copycat Krispy Kreme Donuts
Ingredients
- 8 homemade biscuits or 1 can store bought
- 6 Tablespoons of melted butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla
- 3/4 cup of evaporated milk
Instructions
INGREDIENTS -
STEP 1 -
Using a baking hole punch, punch hole from center of biscuit.
STEP 2 -
Spray air fryer basket with oil and place four donuts leaving space to expand. Spray donuts with oil.
STEP 3 -
Cook on 390 for 5 minutes.
STEP 4 -
Mix the powdered sugar, vanilla, melted butter, and evaporated milk until completely combined.
STEP 5 -
Place donuts on a cooling rack over a baking sheet.
STEP 6 -
Pour glaze over donuts. Reuse captured glaze from baking sheet and re-glaze donuts 6-8 times.
STEP 7 -
ENJOY!
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You know, I’ve never been a fan of Krispy Kreme Donuts, but warm? Maybe! And your version looks so delicious! I bet they taste really fresh.
I bet it will taste exactly the same.
Very creative! I am all about finding new things to make in the air fryer. These look easy and delish. Hope you will join my recipe link up on Monday
These look delicious!! I cannot wait to try this recipe out, we love Krispy Kreme but there aren’t very many around us, unfortunately.
I am a donut LOVER and these sound amazing! I would love to make these at home rather than taking a trip across town when I have a craving! I just got an air fryer not too long ago and I need to make some of these!
There is no Krispy Kreme in my country so its great to see that I can make the donuts at home too! And the recipe looks easy and short!
Well now. If ever i needed convincing that I need an air fryer, the time is now! These are amazing treats! Love it!