Description
Sweet mini “Cinnamon Sugar Donuts” deliver irresistible homemade charm with golden-brown delights dusted in warm spices. Crisp exterior and tender crumb promise a delectable treat that melts in your mouth, inviting pure bakery bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating Ingredients:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the mini donut pan by thoroughly coating it with a light, even layer of non-stick cooking spray, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- Carefully warm the cooking oil in a deep skillet or pan to the optimal temperature of 175C (350F), maintaining a consistent heat for even frying.
- Gently combine the dry ingredients in a spacious mixing bowl, using a whisk to eliminate any potential lumps and create a uniform flour mixture.
- In a separate vessel, whisk together the wet components until they form a smooth, well-integrated liquid base with a consistent texture.
- Gradually fold the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring with deliberate, gentle motions to create a lump-free batter that maintains a light, airy consistency.
- For baked donuts, carefully transfer the batter into a piping bag or a zip-lock bag with a corner snipped off, allowing precise filling of each donut cavity.
- If frying, use a small scoop or spoon to carefully drop small rounds of batter into the hot oil, working in small batches to maintain optimal temperature.
- For oven-baked versions, place the filled pan in the preheated oven and bake until the edges turn a delicate golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- For fried donuts, gently rotate the mini donuts in the oil, ensuring an even, golden-brown color on all sides before removing with a slotted spoon.
- Immediately after cooking, while still warm, roll the donuts in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar, creating a sweet, aromatic coating that clings to the surface.
- Allow the donuts to cool slightly on a wire rack, which helps prevent soggy bottoms and maintains their delightful crisp texture.
- Serve warm for the most enjoyable sensory experience, allowing the cinnamon sugar to melt slightly and create an irresistible treat.
Notes
- Choose a non-stick mini donut pan for easy release and perfectly shaped donuts.
- Ensure oil temperature remains consistent when frying to achieve golden-brown, crispy exteriors without absorbing excess oil.
- Dust donuts with cinnamon sugar immediately after cooking while they’re still warm for maximum flavor adherence and delightful coating.
- For healthier alternatives, consider baking instead of frying, which reduces overall oil content and calories while maintaining a delicious texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg