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Easy Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Easy Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
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Easy Cinnamon Sugar Donuts are soft, sweet, and irresistibly delightful baked treats combining warm cinnamon spice with sugary sweetness. Ready in under 30 minutes using simple pantry staples, these donuts provide a perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture without frying. Ideal for brunch, dessert, or a cozy morning coffee accompaniment.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (plus extra for coating)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (plus extra for coating)

Wet Ingredients

  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for brushing)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven and Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a donut pan to prevent sticking and help your donuts hold their shape.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and cinnamon to create a flavorful base for your donuts.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined for even moisture and flavor distribution.
  4. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep donuts tender and light.
  5. Fill the Donut Pan: Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared pan cavities, filling each about ¾ full to allow room for rising.
  6. Bake the Donuts: Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool slightly before handling.
  7. Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: While warm, brush each donut lightly with melted butter, then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated for that signature sweet and spicy finish.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the batter; combine ingredients just until blended to maintain tender donuts.
  • Use room temperature ingredients to help blend the batter evenly and achieve a smooth texture.
  • Brush donuts with butter quickly after baking to help the cinnamon sugar coating stick better.
  • Experiment with coatings such as powdered sugar glaze, chocolate drizzle, or cream cheese frosting for variety.
  • Check oven temperature with an oven thermometer for accurate and even baking to prevent dryness.

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