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Fluffy Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts from Scratch

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Light and airy baked cinnamon sugar donuts made from simple pantry staples, perfect for a quick and comforting sweet treat without frying.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Cinnamon sugar coating:
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted (for dipping donuts before coating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your donut pan generously with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk granulated sugar with eggs until pale and slightly fluffy. Add buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk gently until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients bowl. Using a spatula, fold together until just combined. The batter should be thick but spoonable.
  5. Spoon batter into the donut pan cavities about 3/4 full. Tap the pan gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean and the tops spring back when pressed gently.
  7. Cool donuts for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the cinnamon sugar coating by mixing granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Melt butter in another bowl.
  9. Dip each warm donut into the melted butter, then immediately toss in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep donuts light and airy. Use room temperature eggs and buttermilk for best texture. Grease the pan well to prevent sticking. Coat donuts while warm for best cinnamon sugar adhesion. Donuts can be stored at room temperature for 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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