Description
Classic Cinnamon Sugar Donuts are the ultimate indulgence for any sweet tooth. These fluffy, golden-brown treats are coated in a warm cinnamon-sugar mixture that will leave you craving more. Perfect for breakfast or as a delightful snack, these donuts bring joy to gatherings and cozy mornings alike. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you’ll enjoy every moment of making (and eating!) these delicious donuts.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix milk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 375°F (190°C).
- Using a spoon or donut cutter, drop batter into hot oil. Fry until golden brown on each side (about 1-2 minutes).
- Remove donuts using tongs and toss them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture while still warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg