Description
These delightful muffins bring all the nostalgic flavors of classic doughnuts into an easy-to-make baked treat. Coated with cinnamon sugar and brushed with butter, they’re soft, moist, and perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
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Muffin Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cinnamon-Sugar Coating
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the melted unsalted butter, large egg, whole milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and evenly mixed.
- Make the Muffin Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender and light.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Bake the Muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
- Prepare the Coating: While the muffins bake, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon together in a small bowl to create the cinnamon-sugar coating.
- Brush the Muffins with Butter: Once the muffins have cooled for 5 minutes, brush the tops generously with the melted unsalted butter to help the sugar mixture adhere.
- Coat with Cinnamon-Sugar: Immediately dip the butter-brushed muffin tops into the cinnamon-sugar mixture, coating them evenly and generously for that classic doughnut flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the muffins warm to enjoy the best flavor and texture. These muffins make a perfect doughnut-inspired treat anytime.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense muffins.
- You can substitute whole milk with any milk alternative if preferred.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the dry ingredients.
- Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Reheat muffins briefly before serving to refresh their softness.
