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Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins

Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins: Irresistibly Soft & Sweet Delights

These Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins are soft, sweet, and absolutely delicious, perfect for any cozy gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness to the muffins
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Leavening agent for rising
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Provides the classic donut flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Enhances sweetness and flavor balance
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Moisture source; can use buttermilk
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients for texture
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Adds richness and moisture
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Coats muffins for topping
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Mixed with cinnamon for coating
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Final coating for flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin Pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin pan by greasing it or lining with parchment.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend whole milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until incorporated.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, and mix gently until combined.
  5. Scoop the batter into muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool muffins in the pan for 10-15 minutes after baking.
  8. Prepare topping by melting butter and mixing sugar with cinnamon.
  9. Dip tops of muffins in melted butter, then roll in cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  10. Allow muffins to cool slightly before serving or storing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store uneaten muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.

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