Description
Delight in these homemade Cinnamon-Sugar Donuts with a luscious Chocolate Drizzle. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these fried treats are coated in a cinnamon-sugar blend and finished with a rich semi-sweet chocolate drizzle, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
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
For Coating and Drizzle
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon (for tossing donuts, approximate 1/4 cup sugar + 1 tbsp cinnamon)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for drizzle)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt to combine evenly.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the whole milk, melted unsalted butter, and room temperature eggs until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Batters: Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the batter light and fluffy.
- Heat Oil: In a deep pot, heat oil to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for frying the donuts.
- Fry Donuts: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil carefully. Fry the donuts until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side, using tongs to turn and remove them.
- Coat Donuts: While the donuts are still warm, toss them in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon until fully coated for a sweet, spiced exterior.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in short bursts in the microwave, stirring between bursts. Drizzle the melted chocolate generously over the coated donuts for an indulgent finish.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature stays at 375°F for perfect frying—too hot will burn the donuts; too cold will make them greasy.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep donuts light and tender.
- Melt the chocolate carefully to avoid burning; microwave in 20-second bursts and stir.
- Serve donuts fresh and warm for best taste and texture.
- Can substitute whole milk with a plant-based milk for a dairy-free alternative, but frying times might vary slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
