Description
Delight in these easy-to-make Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes, perfect for a sweet breakfast treat or snack. These bite-sized donuts are baked to golden perfection and coated with a fragrant cinnamon sugar mixture, combining a tender, fluffy interior with a crisp, sugary crust for an irresistible flavor.
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
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup International Delight Caramel Macchiato Iced Coffee (or milk)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
Cinnamon Sugar 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 line it with mini paper liners to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the iced coffee (or milk), Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth and fully combined.
- Make the Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, gently folding or stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the batter light and airy.
- Fill and Bake: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each cup about three-quarters full. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the donut holes spring back when lightly pressed.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: While the donut holes bake, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow dish. Melt the remaining 1/4 cup of butter and set aside.
- Coat Donut Holes: Remove the baked donut holes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Brush each warm donut hole with melted butter, then roll them generously in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the coated donut holes on a serving platter. Serve warm or at room temperature for a delightful treat.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute the yogurt and butter with plant-based alternatives.
- You can replace the iced coffee with milk or any non-dairy milk of your choice.
- Ensure the melted butter for the batter has cooled slightly before mixing to avoid cooking the egg.
- These donut holes are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Use a mini muffin pan to help shape the donut holes easily and evenly.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the dry ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut hole
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
