The Ultimate Indulgence: Smoked Drunken Krispy Kreme Blueberry Cobbler!
What could possibly be better than Blueberry Cobbler? How about Smoked Blueberry Cobbler…or even better, Smoked Drunken Blueberry Cobbler…or Smoked Drunken Krispy Kreme Blueberry Cobbler!!!
Things to know:
How did Krispy Kreme get its name?
Krispy Kreme got its name because founder Vernon Rudolph bought a secret yeast-raised doughnut recipe from a New Orleans chef, and the name “Krispy Kreme” came with it, describing the desired texture: crispy outside, creamy inside, though spelled with ‘K’s for distinctive branding. Rudolph established the first shop in Winston-Salem, NC, in 1937, initially selling to grocers before cutting a hole in the wall to sell hot doughnuts directly to eager customers.
What is an interesting fact about Krispy Kreme?
The Founder of Krispy Kreme Sold His Car to Fund the Business. When Vernon Rudolph, the founder of Krispy Kreme, started his business in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, he didn’t have enough money to buy all the equipment he needed. So, he did something resourceful: he sold his car to raise funds.
What is Krispy Kreme best known for?
Krispy Kreme is famous for its melt-in-your-mouth, yeast-raised doughnuts, especially the iconic Original Glazed, often served warm when the “Hot Now” sign is on, allowing customers to see them made fresh on the factory line. They offer a variety of classic and seasonal flavors, but that signature light, fluffy texture and sweet glaze remain their hallmark, creating a beloved global brand since 1937.
Is Krispy Kreme owned by Shaq?
The retired NBA superstar Shaq didn’t just remain a loyal customer—he became an owner. In 2016, he made Krispy Kreme more than just a guilty pleasure by purchasing the iconic Ponce de Leon location in Atlanta. The store had been a community fixture for over 60 years, and Shaq reportedly paid around $2.75 million for it.
Ingredients:
1 64 oz. bag of frozen blueberries
3/4 cup brown sugar (divided into 1/2 cup and 1/4 cup)
1 stick butter
2 T corn starch
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup RumChata (divided)
1 cup evaporated milk
2 eggs
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Reserve 1/4 cup of blueberries from the package.
2. Add the remaining bags of blueberries, half a cup of brown sugar, half cup of stick of land O’lake butter to a dutch oven.
3. Cook mixture over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
4. Mix 2 tablespoons of corn starch and a little bit of water, add it to the blueberry mixture to thicken the sauce, then add 1/2 cup of RumChata.
5. In a mixing bowl, use a cup of heavy whipping cream, a cup of carnation milk, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup of RumChata and 1/4 brown sugar then mix together.
6. Cut 2 boxes of Krispy Kreme glazed doughnuts up, and put them in custard mixture for 5 minutes to soak it up.
7. Transfer your cooked blueberry cobbler to a baking pan, then put on the soaked doughnuts and do not pour the custard mixture in. Add the reserved blueberries to the top of the mixture.
8. Let it cook in the smoker or oven for about 40min at 250F.
9. ENJOY!
Equipment used:
Yoder YS640 Smoker
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