Indulge guilt-free with these High-Protein Copycat Krispy Kreme Original Glazed Doughnuts, a delicious twist on the iconic treat designed to fuel your body while satisfying your sweet tooth. This recipe combines the classic fluffy texture and signature glazed finish you love with a powerhouse boost of unflavored whey protein powder to keep you energized. Perfect for a post-workout snack or a breakfast upgrade, these doughnuts are made from scratch with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and just the right touch of sugar. Fried to perfection for that light, airy bite and coated in a glossy vanilla glaze, these protein-packed doughnuts prove that indulgence and nutrition can go hand in hand. Ready in just 90 minutes with 12 servings to share, they're a game-changer for anyone looking to enjoy comfort food with benefits.
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whey protein powder, granulated sugar, and salt. Stir well to mix.
In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warmed whole milk. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Add the yeast mixture, eggs, and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix to form a sticky dough.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and roll it out to about 1/2 inch thickness on a floured surface.
Use a doughnut cutter or two round cutters (a large and a smaller one) to cut out the doughnut shapes.
Place the doughnuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover them with a cloth and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large pot to 180°C (350°F).
Fry the doughnuts a few at a time for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
For the glaze, mix the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and water in a bowl until smooth.
Dip the warm doughnuts halfway into the glaze, then set them on a wire rack to allow the glaze to set. Serve warm and enjoy!
Calories |
7333 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 560.1 g | 718% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.8 g | 519% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 513 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 2276 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 494.7 g | 180% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 257.4 g | ||
| Protein | 98.7 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 554 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 1109 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.