Description
These Cinnamon-Sugar Donuts with Chocolate Drizzle are a delightful treat combining fluffy fried donuts coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar blend and finished with a rich chocolate drizzle. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or indulgent snack, they offer a crunchy exterior with a soft, tender inside.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
Toppings
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for drizzle)
- Additional granulated sugar and cinnamon mixture for coating donuts
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the milk, melted butter, and eggs together until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Batter: Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain donut fluffiness.
- Heat Oil: Pour oil into a deep pot and heat it to 375°F (190°C), ensuring the oil is hot enough for frying.
- Fry Donuts: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of batter carefully into the hot oil. Fry the donuts for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until a golden brown color develops. Use tongs to remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Coat Donuts: While the donuts are still warm, toss them in a cinnamon-sugar mixture (granulated sugar and ground cinnamon) to fully coat each piece evenly.
- Melt Chocolate: Microwave the semi-sweet chocolate chips in short bursts, stirring between, until melted and smooth.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Generously drizzle the melted chocolate over the coated donuts to finish.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature stays consistent at 375°F for even frying without greasy donuts.
- Use room temperature eggs for better mixing and batter consistency.
- Do not overmix the batter; lumps are okay to keep the donuts tender.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.
- Store donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days for best freshness.
