Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 baked donuts
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Cuisine
American, Australian
Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
Description
The recipe begins by browning butter to develop a nutty aroma and deeper flavor. The butter is combined with flour, baking powder, nutmeg, brown sugar, egg, vanilla, and milk to create a smooth batter. The batter is gently folded to retain air and then baked in a donut pan until the donuts spring back to touch, indicating doneness.
Once cooled slightly, the donuts are dipped in melted butter and rolled in a cinnamon and granulated sugar mixture, forming a crisp, flavorful coating. The nutmeg in the batter adds warmth without overpowering the cinnamon sugar topping.
Baked rather than fried, these donuts offer a tender yet lightly springy texture. They are ideal for immediate enjoyment as their texture is best fresh. The cinnamon sugar topping balances richness with sweet spice, making them a pleasant breakfast or snack option.
Ingredients
For the Brown Butter Donuts:
- 2 and 1/2 Tablespoons (35g) butter melted until browned, unsalted
- 1 and 1/4 cups (150g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup (106g) light brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg room temperature, large
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (113ml) milk whole milk works best but other varieties will work in a pinch
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 4 Tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup (199g) granulated sugar
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
For the Brown Butter Donuts:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees (F). Generously spray a 6 mold donut pan with non-stick spray; set aside.
- Place the butter in a small saucepan over medium-heat. Cook butter, stirring frequently, until it's turned golden brown and smells slightly nutty. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a medium-sized bowl combine the flour, salt, baking powder, and nutmeg; set aside. In a separate medium-sized bowl combine the browned butter and sugar; beat well. Whisk in the egg and vanilla. Stir in the milk.
- Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being sure not to over mix.
- Spoon or pipe the donut batter into the prepared pan and bake for 10 to 11 minutes, or until the doughnuts spring back when lightly pressed. Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before gently unmolding them and transferring them to a cooling rack.
- In the meantime, make the cinnamon sugar coating.
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- Melt the butter in a small pan over medium-heat. You can also melt it in the microwave, if desired.
- Once melted, transfer the butter into a wide, shallow bowl and set aside. In a separate bowl combine the sugar and cinnamon; set aside.
Assembly:
- When the donuts are cool enough to handle, dip them in the melted butter, being sure to coat both sides and the edges, then roll the donut in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Notes
- Consume donuts the same day they are baked to enjoy optimal texture and flavor.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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