Description

Delight in these homemade Cinnamon-Sugar Donuts with a luscious chocolate drizzle. Soft, fluffy, and baked to perfection, these donuts combine the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg with a sweet sugar coating, finished off with a rich, glossy chocolate topping. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these oven-baked treats are easy to make and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon-Sugar Coating

½ cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Chocolate Drizzle

½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon coconut oil or heavy cream

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Instructions

Prepare the Donut Batter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan thoroughly. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to combine the dry ingredients evenly.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, eggs, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
Combine Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the donuts light and tender.
Fill the Donut Pan: Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan cavities, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising during baking.
Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the donuts turn lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool Slightly: Remove the donuts from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool further.
Cinnamon-Sugar Coating: While the donuts are still slightly warm, brush each one generously with melted butter, then toss them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring they are fully coated for maximum flavor.
Prepare the Chocolate Drizzle: Melt the semisweet chocolate chips and coconut oil or heavy cream together in the microwave using 20-second intervals, stirring well after each until smooth and glossy.
Decorate Donuts: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the coated donuts. Allow the chocolate to set before serving to enjoy a beautiful finish and delicious flavor contrast.

Notes

You can use a mini donut pan and reduce the baking time to 8–9 minutes for smaller portions.
Store donuts at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
For an extra rich chocolate flavor, substitute semisweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate.
Ensure not to overmix batter to keep donuts tender and soft.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert, Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 donut
Calories: 260
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 190mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg