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Cinnamon Sugar Twist Donuts Recipe

Cinnamon Sugar Twist Donuts Recipe

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Indulge in these homemade Cinnamon Sugar Twist Donuts that are crispy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside, and coated in a delightful cinnamon sugar topping. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat anytime!

Ingredients

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Doughnuts:

  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 3 – 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ teaspoons fine sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Topping:

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 ½ Tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: Stir together the milk and yeast, let it sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.
  2. Prepare Wet Ingredients: Whisk egg, butter, and vanilla in a bowl.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine 3 cups flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a mixer bowl.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Add activated yeast mixture to wet ingredients, then mix with dry ingredients.
  5. Knead Dough: Mix until dough forms and cleans sides of the bowl. Knead for 5 minutes.
  6. Rise Dough: Let dough double in size, about 1 hour.
  7. Shape Dough: Divide dough, roll into twists, and form into doughnuts.
  8. Rest Dough: Let doughnuts rise again, about 30 minutes.
  9. Prepare Topping: Mix sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  10. Fry Doughnuts: Fry twists until golden, then coat in cinnamon sugar.
  11. Serve: Enjoy the crispy, sweet Cinnamon Sugar Twist Donuts!

Notes

  • For best results, serve the donuts fresh and warm.
  • Adjust the amount of cinnamon sugar coating to suit your taste preferences.
  • Be cautious when working with hot oil for frying.

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Keywords: Cinnamon Sugar Twist Donuts, Homemade Donuts, Breakfast Treat, Sweet Treat, Cinnamon Sugar Coating