Homemade Dunkin’ Donuts Recipe: Perfect Chocolate Glazed Donuts
Looking for a Dunkin’ Donuts copycat recipe? These homemade chocolate-glazed donuts are soft, fluffy, and absolutely irresistible! Perfect for recreating your favorite donuts at home, this easy recipe will make you skip the store and savor the goodness straight from your kitchen.
Ingredients for Homemade Dunkin’ Donuts
For the Donuts:
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 tbsp instant or active dry yeast
2 eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
6 tbsp butter
1/8 cup powdered sugar
1/2 tsp salt
4-5 cups all-purpose flour
Oil for frying
For the Chocolate Glaze:
1/4 cup cocoa powder
3 cups powdered sugar
2-3 tbsp milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions for Dunkin’ Donuts Copycat Donuts
1. Prepare the Dough:
1. Melt the butter and let it cool.
2. Warm the milk and mix it with the yeast and 1 tsp of powdered sugar. Let it proof for 5 minutes (skip this step if using instant yeast).
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk mixture, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and salt. Mix well.
4. Gradually add 4 cups of flour and mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add up to 1 more cup of flour.
5. Knead the dough for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
2. Let the Dough Rise:
1. Lightly oil a large bowl and place the dough inside, turning it to coat with oil.
2. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel and let it rise in a warm spot for 90 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
3. Shape the Donuts:
1. Roll out the dough to 1/2 to 2/3 inch thickness.
2. Use a large cup to cut out donut shapes and a smaller cap or bottle tip for the centers.
3. Cover the donuts and let them rise for another 30-60 minutes in a warm place.
4. Fry the Donuts:
1. Heat 3-4 inches of oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Fry 2-3 donuts at a time, flipping frequently, until golden brown.
3. Remove from oil and place on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain and cool.
5. Make the Chocolate Glaze:
1. In a bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
6. Glaze the Donuts:
1. Once the donuts are completely cooled, dip them in the chocolate glaze.
2. Add sprinkles or toppings while the glaze is wet.
3. Let the glaze harden before serving.
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Recipe Notes and Variations:
Prefer vanilla glaze? Substitute the cocoa powder in the glaze with extra powdered sugar.
Skip the glaze and coat your donuts in powdered sugar for a classic twist.
Slice the donuts open and fill them with whipped cream and fruit for an indulgent treat.
Why You’ll Love This Dunkin’ Donuts Recipe
This recipe is inspired by Dunkin’ Donuts’ iconic chocolate-glazed donuts. With a few pantry staples and easy steps, you can enjoy warm, fresh donuts at home anytime!
