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Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts That Melt in Your Mouth

These Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts are a guilt-free indulgence that melt in your mouth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Essential for fluffiness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and is essential for balance
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon You can use allspice as an alternative
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Can omit if unavailable
  • 1 cup Skim Milk Any milk type can be substituted
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 large Egg Applesauce is a great vegan substitute
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Essential for taste
For Cinnamon-Sugar Topping
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with dairy-free butter if desired
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can offer a healthier alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon No substitutions needed

Equipment

  • donut pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Ziplock Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your donut pan with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Whisk together the skim milk, melted unsalted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gently stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fill a ziplock bag with the batter, snip a corner, and pipe it into donut cavities filled about ¾ full.
  6. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool the donuts for 5 minutes, then brush with melted butter and coat in cinnamon sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow donuts to cool slightly before coating to prevent breaking during transfer. Experiment with toppings to personalize.

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