Cinnamon Sugar Donuts Recipe
Indulge in the irresistible scent of freshly baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts with this straightforward and delightful recipe. These delectable treats boast a light and golden exterior, making them an ideal choice for a cozy breakfast, a leisurely brunch, or a sweet snack any time of day. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of sugary sweetness and the comforting warmth of cinnamon, leaving you yearning for more
Equipment
- Oven
- Donut pan
- Mixing bowl
- Separate bowl
- Piping bag
- Wire rack
- Baking spray (for greasing the donut pan)
- Baking spray (for greasing the donut pan)
- Cooling rack
- Piping bag or ziplock bag
Ingredients
- For the Donuts:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg optional
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
- For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp melted butter for brushing or dipping, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and thoroughly grease the donut pan with baking spray to ensure the donuts release easily after baking.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon, making sure to mix well for a uniform flavor throughout the donuts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and free of any lumps.
- Gently incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can result in tough donuts.
- Transfer the donut batter into a piping bag to easily and neatly fill the prepared donut pan with the batter.
- Bake the donuts in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they are lightly springy to the touch. Allow the donuts to cool briefly in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack for complete cooling before serving.
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Notes
Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor.
Dust the donuts with powdered sugar for a different finish.
For a shortcut, use store-bought biscuit dough for a quick version.
Make a glaze with powdered sugar and milk for a sweet topping.
Ensure your donut pan is well-greased to prevent sticking.
Dust the donuts with powdered sugar for a different finish.
For a shortcut, use store-bought biscuit dough for a quick version.
Make a glaze with powdered sugar and milk for a sweet topping.
Ensure your donut pan is well-greased to prevent sticking.