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Soft Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins

  • Author: Grace
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Description

These soft cinnamon sugar donut muffins are an easy 5-ingredient homemade treat with a pillowy soft texture and a crunchy cinnamon sugar coating, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150g)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (120ml)
  • 3/4 cup milk (180ml), whole or 2%
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  2. In a small bowl or plate, mix 1/2 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon for the coating; set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon until combined.
  4. Pour in oil, milk, and vanilla extract (if using). Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined; batter should be thick and slightly lumpy.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about 3/4 full using a spoon or ice cream scoop.
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let muffins cool for 2-3 minutes until warm but not hot.
  8. Dip the tops of the muffins into the cinnamon sugar mixture or sprinkle it on with fingers to coat.
  9. Place coated muffins on a cooling rack or plate to finish cooling. Enjoy warm.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins soft and tender. Use fresh baking powder for best rise. Coat muffins while warm for the sugar to stick well. For extra-rich flavor, brush muffin tops with melted butter before coating. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Freeze uncoated muffins for up to 3 months and add coating after thawing. Variations include adding chopped apples, pumpkin puree, chocolate chips, or using gluten-free flour and dairy-free milk for dietary needs.

  • Prep Time: 12 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12
  • Sodium: 120
  • Fat: 7
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Carbohydrates: 28
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 2

Keywords: cinnamon sugar muffins, donut muffins, easy muffins, quick breakfast, 5-ingredient muffins, soft muffins, homemade treats

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