Krispy Kreme Glazed Donut

2¼ Teaspoons Active Dry Yeast
½ Cup Warm Water
¼ Cup White Sugar, Divided
¼ Cup Evaporated Milk, Warmed
½ Teaspoon Salt
¼ Cup Vegetable Shortening, Softened
1 Egg and 1 Egg Yolk
2 Teaspoons Vanilla Extract
2½ Cups All Purpose Flour
3-4 Cups Vegetable Shortening, For Frying

For the Glaze:
2 Tablespoons Butter, Melted
1⅓ Cup Powdered Sugar
Pinch of Salt, To Taste
2 Teaspoons Evaporated Milk
1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
3-4 Teaspoons Water

In a large bowl whisk yeast, warm water, and ½ teaspoon of sugar. Set aside for 5-10 minutes.

Then stir in remaining sugar, evaporated milk, salt, shortening, egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract.

Gradually whisk in flour a little at a time until smooth and just combined. Do not over mix.

Knead until dough is smooth and slightly sticky ,but no longer sticking to your fingers.

Spray a large bowl with non stick cooking spray. Transfer dough into bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Rise until doubled in size (around 60-90 minutes).

Punch down dough and roll out onto a floured surface until ~1/2 inch thick.

Cut into circles using a biscuit or donut cutter. Don't forget to cut out the hole in the center.

Cover and rise again until doubled in size. (~30-45 minutes).

In a large dutch oven heat shortening to 360 degrees F.

While oil is heating combine all glaze ingredients in a small bowl.

Fry donuts a few at a time until golden brown on both sides, flipping once.

Cool on a wire rack for 1-2 minutes before dipping into glaze.