Easy Baked Cinnamon Sugar Doughnuts – Light and Fluffy
Soft and fluffy baked cinnamon sugar doughnuts with a deliciously spiced coating. Perfect for a quick and easy treat
These baked cinnamon sugar doughnuts are a delightful twist on the classic doughnut, offering all the flavor and texture of traditional fried doughnuts with a fraction of the effort. Made with simple ingredients like flour, sugar, and a hint of cinnamon, these doughnuts are baked to golden perfection in just about 10 minutes. The real magic happens after baking when the warm doughnuts are dipped in melted butter and generously coated in a cinnamon-sugar mixture, giving them that signature sweet and spiced flavor.
Baked doughnuts are not only easier to make, but they also come with the added benefit of being lighter and less greasy than their fried counterparts. Whether you’re new to baking or a seasoned pro, this recipe is straightforward and foolproof, requiring no special equipment beyond a doughnut pan. These doughnuts are perfect for a weekend breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a sweet treat to share with friends and family. With their irresistible cinnamon sugar coating and tender crumb, these baked doughnuts are sure to become a favorite in your household. Plus, they’re customizable—try adding nutmeg, vanilla, or even a chocolate glaze for a fun variation. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is your go-to for an easy and satisfying homemade doughnut experience.
Additional Tips:
- Use a Doughnut Pan: A doughnut pan is essential for getting that perfect shape. If you don’t have one, you can use a muffin tin, though the shape will be more like mini bundt cakes.
- Don’t Overmix: Mix the batter just until combined to keep the doughnuts light and fluffy.
- Customize the Coating: Try adding a pinch of nutmeg or ginger to the cinnamon sugar for extra warmth, or dip the doughnuts in melted chocolate for a decadent touch.
- Storage: These doughnuts are best enjoyed fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Easy Baked Cinnamon Sugar Doughnuts – Light and Fluffy
Equipment
- Doughnut Pan For baking the doughnuts in the classic doughnut shape.
- mixing bowls To combine the wet and dry ingredients.
- Whisk and Spatula For mixing the batter and ensuring everything is well combined.
- Measuring Cups and Spoons To measure out all ingredients accurately.
- Cooling Rack To cool the doughnuts after baking.
- Pastry Brush For brushing the doughnuts with melted butter before coating with cinnamon sugar.
Ingredients
For the Doughnuts:
- 1 cup All-purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Melted
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a doughnut pan with non-stick spray or butter.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
- Mix the batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fill the doughnut pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared doughnut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the doughnuts are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the coating: While the doughnuts are baking, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon together in a small bowl. Melt the butter in a separate bowl.
- Coat the doughnuts: Once the doughnuts are done, allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. Brush each doughnut with melted butter and immediately dip them in the cinnamon sugar mixture, coating all sides.
- Serve and enjoy: These doughnuts are best served warm, but they’re delicious at room temperature too!