Cinnamon Sugar Donuts - Baked Cinnamon Sugar Doughnuts Recipe - Ellen’s Homemade Delights 🍩

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a subtle flavor while reducing saturated fat.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index and adds caramel notes.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water keeps the dough moist.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative that binds well.

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

In a large bowl, sift together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon of table salt, 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves, and a pinch of ground allspice.

In another bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups of whole milk, 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter, and 1 extra-large beaten egg.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

Scoop the batter into two mini donut pans, filling each cavity 3/4 full.

Spray the donut pans with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Bake in the preheated oven for 17 minutes.

Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing them.

Prepare the cinnamon sugar coating by mixing 1/2 cup of white sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon in a bowl.

Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a separate bowl.

Coat each donut in melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Cooking Techniques

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