Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins

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🍩 Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins

Soft, fluffy, and coated in buttery cinnamon sugar, Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins taste just like classic cake donuts—without the frying. They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, and they come together easily with pantry staples.

📝 Description

These muffins have a tender, cake-like crumb with a rich vanilla flavor. After baking, they’re brushed with melted butter and rolled in cinnamon sugar, giving them that irresistible donut-shop finish. They’re best enjoyed warm but stay delicious for days.

🧾 Ingredients

Muffins

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional but recommended)

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)

  • 1 large egg

  • ¾ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin or grease well.

  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.

  3. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk sugar, oil, egg, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients just until mixed. Do not overmix.

  5. Fill muffin cups about ¾ full.

  6. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

  7. Cool muffins for 5 minutes, then remove from pan.

  8. Coat muffins: Brush each muffin with melted butter, then roll in cinnamon sugar until fully coated.

  9. Serve warm or at room temperature.

💡 Notes

  • Nutmeg adds a classic donut flavor—highly recommended.

  • Muffins can be dipped twice in cinnamon sugar for extra coating.

  • Best eaten the same day but still great for up to 3 days.

🔥 Tips for Best Results

  • Do not overmix the batter—this keeps muffins light and tender.

  • Use room-temperature ingredients for even baking.

  • For bakery-style muffins, fill liners nearly full and bake on the middle rack.

  • Reheat briefly in the microwave (10–15 seconds) before serving.

🍽 Servings

  • Makes: 12 standard muffins

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin

🥗 Nutritional Information (Approx. per muffin)

  • Calories: 230

  • Carbohydrates: 30g

  • Fat: 11g

  • Saturated Fat: 5g

  • Protein: 3g

  • Sugar: 18g

  • Sodium: 180mg

(Values may vary based on ingredients used)

🌟 Benefits

  • No frying required, making them lighter than traditional donuts

  • Great make-ahead breakfast or snack

  • Kid-friendly and crowd-pleasing

  • Easy to customize with fillings or toppings

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I make these muffins gluten-free?
A: Yes, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.

Q: Can I freeze Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins?
A: Yes. Freeze uncoated muffins for up to 2 months. Thaw, warm, then coat with butter and cinnamon sugar.

Q: Can I add a filling?
A: Absolutely! Add a teaspoon of jam, Nutella, or cream cheese to the center before baking.

Q: Can I reduce the sugar?
A: You can slightly reduce the sugar in the batter, but the coating is essential for the donut flavor.

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