Crispy Creme Doughnuts Recipe - (4.3/5)

Ingredients

• DOUGHNUTS:
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water, 110°F
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
• 1/4 cup evaporated milk, warmed to 110°F
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable shortening, room temperature
• 1 large egg
• 1 egg yolk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, then more as needed
• 3 to 4 cups vegetable shortening, for frying
• GLAZE:
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 1/3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 teaspoons evaporated milk
• 3 to 4 teaspoons hot water