Who doesn't love a good donut? Especially when it's freshly made and covered in cinnamon sugar. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make delicious cinnamon donut holes that are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or desserts. These donut holes are easy to make and require only a few ingredients. Plus, they're light and fluffy with a crispy exterior that's coated in cinnamon sugar. So, let's get started!
Ingredients
For the donut holes, you'll need: - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour - 1/2 cup granulated sugar - 2 teaspoons baking powder - 1/4 teaspoon salt - 1/2 cup milk - 1 large egg - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - Vegetable oil, for frying For the cinnamon sugar coating, you'll need: - 1/2 cup granulated sugar - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon - Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well combined. 2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. 3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter. 4. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F. 5. Using a small cookie scoop or a spoon, drop small balls of dough into the hot oil. Fry the donut holes until they're golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes. 6. Using a slotted spoon or a spider, remove the donut holes from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain off excess oil. 7. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, cinnamon, and salt for the coating. 8. While the donut holes are still warm, roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until they're coated on all sides. 9. Serve the cinnamon donut holes warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
This recipe makes about 24 cinnamon donut holes. Here's the nutritional information per serving (1 donut hole): - Calories: 92 - Fat: 2g - Saturated Fat: 1g - Cholesterol: 12mg - Sodium: 60mg - Carbohydrates: 17g - Fiber: 0g - Sugars: 11g - Protein: 1g
Tips and Tricks
- To make the donut holes even more flavorful, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the batter. - If you don't have a small cookie scoop, you can use a tablespoon to drop the dough into the hot oil. - Be sure to use a heavy-bottomed pot for frying to prevent the oil from overheating or burning. - Don't overcrowd the pot when frying the donut holes. Fry them in batches to ensure even cooking. - For a healthier alternative, you can bake the donut holes in the oven at 350°F for 12-15 minutes instead of frying them. Just be sure to coat them in the cinnamon sugar mixture after baking.
Conclusion
Making cinnamon donut holes at home is a fun and delicious way to start your day or satisfy your sweet tooth. With this easy recipe, you can enjoy freshly made donut holes that are light, fluffy, and coated in cinnamon sugar. Plus, you can customize them to your liking by adding different spices to the batter or experimenting with different coatings. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to make some mouth-watering cinnamon donut holes!