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Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

These Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts are a warm, soft, and lightly sweet treat with a fluffy interior and a lightly crisp exterior. Coated in a comforting cinnamon sugar blend, they offer a healthier, baked alternative to fried donuts using simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or last-minute homemade delights, they are quick to prepare and loved by kids and adults alike.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 donuts 1x

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup milk (room temperature)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare donut pan: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan, ensuring each cavity is well coated to prevent sticking and allow easy removal.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then add milk, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and well incorporated.
  4. Blend wet and dry mixtures: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry, folding gently until just combined—stop mixing when the batter looks smooth but still has a few lumps to keep the donuts fluffy.
  5. Fill the donut pan: Transfer the batter into a piping bag or a ziplock bag with a corner snipped off, then pipe the batter evenly into the donut pan cavities, filling each about three-quarters full.
  6. Bake to perfection: Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the donuts spring back when lightly pressed and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Coat with cinnamon sugar: Once slightly cooled but still warm, brush the donuts lightly with melted butter, then generously roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture for that classic, irresistible coating.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs and milk for a smoother batter and better rise.
  • Do not overmix the batter; minor lumps are okay to keep donuts fluffy.
  • Using a piping bag helps fill the donut pan neatly and controls portion size evenly.
  • Brushing melted butter before rolling in cinnamon sugar enhances flavor and adhesion.
  • Coat the donuts when warm (not piping hot or fully cooled) so the cinnamon sugar sticks best.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: baked donuts, cinnamon sugar donuts, easy homemade donuts, healthy donuts, breakfast treat, kid-friendly snacks