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Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins

Irresistibly Fluffy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins Recipe

Indulge in these delightful Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins, perfect for breakfast or a snack with their fluffy texture and sweet flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free baking mix.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider using brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for the best rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Feel free to adjust to taste or swap in nutmeg.
  • 1 cup Milk Use a non-dairy alternative for vegan.
  • 1 large Egg Substitute with flax or chia egg for vegan options.
  • ½ cup Melted Butter Can be replaced with vegetable oil or vegan butter.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended.
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Combine equal parts sugar and cinnamon.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Adjust to taste preference.

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • scoop or spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with the batter.
  6. Bake for 20-24 minutes for regular-sized muffins, or until golden brown.
  7. Mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping.
  8. Allow muffins to cool for 5 minutes, then dip tops in melted butter followed by the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage without topping.

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