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To create the perfect sweet baked cinnamon donuts, it’s essential to understand the role of each ingredient in the recipe. The balance and quality of these components will directly influence the flavor, texture, and overall success of your donuts.

Sweet Baked Cinnamon Donuts

Indulge in the delightful world of homemade sweet baked cinnamon donuts! These treats are the perfect blend of fluffy texture and aromatic spices, making them an irresistible addition to any breakfast or snack time. Discover the joy of baking as you create soft donuts from scratch using simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, sugar, and warm cinnamon. From mixing to baking and that delectable cinnamon sugar coating, this recipe is easy and satisfying. Perfect for sharing or enjoying solo, these donuts will fill your kitchen with warmth and sweet nostalgia.
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Ingredients
  

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

½ cup granulated sugar

2 tsp baking powder

½ tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

1 tsp ground cinnamon

½ tsp nutmeg (optional)

1 large egg

¾ cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tsp vinegar added)

¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 tsp ground cinnamon

2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a donut pan by lightly greasing it with cooking spray or butter.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using) until well combined.

      Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

        Create the Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold everything together until just combined; be careful not to overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy but fully incorporated.

          Fill the Donut Pan: Using a piping bag or a spoon, fill each donut cavity about 2/3 full with batter. Wipe the edges to prevent any batter from sticking.

            Bake: Place the donut pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the donuts spring back when lightly pressed and are lightly golden on top.

              Make Cinnamon Sugar Coating: While the donuts are baking, mix together ¼ cup of granulated sugar and 1 tsp of cinnamon in a shallow bowl.

                Cool and Coat: Once the donuts are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. After that, gently remove the donuts from the pan and brush them with melted butter before rolling them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well-coated.

                  Serve: Let the donuts cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature with a cup of coffee or tea!

                    Prep Time: 15 min | Total Time: 30 min | Servings: 12 donuts