🧁 Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins
These Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins are the perfect cross between a soft, fluffy muffin and a classic cinnamon donut — but without the frying!
Equipment
- 12-cup muffin tin
- Paper liners (optional)
- Two mixing bowls
- Whisk and spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Toothpick (for doneness check)
Ingredients
- For the Muffins:
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- For the Cinnamon-Sugar Topping:
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 🍳 Equipment
- 12- cup muffin tin
- Paper liners optional
- Two mixing bowls
- Whisk and spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Toothpick for doneness check
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, and egg.
- Add buttermilk and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
- Step 4: Combine & Bake
- Gently mix dry ingredients into wet just until combined—do not overmix.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool slightly.
- Step 5: Add the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- Mix cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl.
- Dip warm muffins in melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon sugar until coated.
- Step 6: Serve & Enjoy
- Serve warm or at room temp with coffee, tea, or milk. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or snacking! ☕🧁
Notes
🔥 Pro Tips for the Best Muffins Use Fresh Leaveners: Baking powder and soda lose effectiveness over time. Don’t Overmix the Batter: A few lumps are okay — this keeps the texture light. Mini Version: Use a mini muffin pan and bake for 10–12 minutes for bite-sized treats. Add Fillings: Try spooning in jam, Nutella, or fruit preserves before baking for a surprise center.
🔍 Nutrition (Per Muffin – Approximate)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Sugar: 16g
- Protein: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg