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Grandma’s Fluffy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins Recipe
Emily

Grandma’s Fluffy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins

These fluffy donut muffins combine the comforting taste of cinnamon sugar donuts with the ease of a muffin. Perfectly soft, buttery, and coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar topping, they’re a nostalgic treat that’s simple to make at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for coating)
  • additional melted butter for brushing

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spoon or scoop
  • Pastry brush
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Heat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry mix, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
  6. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. While muffins bake, mix ¼ cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl.
  8. As soon as muffins come out of the oven, brush tops with melted butter, then dip or sprinkle them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  9. Let muffins cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm for the best flavor and texture!

Notes

For best results, coat the muffins while they’re still warm so the cinnamon sugar sticks well. You can also try rolling the entire muffin in butter and sugar for a donut-like finish. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.