Description
Delight in these easy-to-make Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes, perfect for breakfast or as a sweet snack. Light, fluffy, and coated in a classic cinnamon sugar blend, they offer a delicious twist on traditional donuts without the need for frying.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for batter)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup International Delight Caramel Macchiato Iced Coffee (or milk)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
For Coating
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a mini muffin pan or a donut hole pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, salt, and granulated sugar to evenly distribute all dry components.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together the iced coffee or milk, Greek yogurt, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth and well combined.
- Make the batter: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the donut holes dense.
- Fill the pan: Spoon or pipe the batter evenly into the prepared pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.
- Bake the donut holes: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the cinnamon sugar coating: While the donut holes bake, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Melt the butter and keep it aside for coating.
- Coat the donut holes: Once baked, remove the donut holes from the oven and let them cool slightly. Brush each warm donut hole generously with melted butter, then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until thoroughly coated.
- Serve: Arrange the coated donut holes on a plate and serve warm or at room temperature for a delightful treat.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the butter and Greek yogurt with plant-based alternatives.
- Use milk instead of iced coffee for a more neutral flavor.
- Ensure the melted butter used for coating is warm but not hot to allow the cinnamon sugar to stick well.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep the donut holes light and fluffy.
- These donut holes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut hole
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
