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Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins (No Yeast)

These Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins are SO EASY! Quick, fluffy, and coated in cinnamon sugar, they deliver classic donut flavor without yeast or frying.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time16 minutes
Total Time31 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baked, Cinnamon Sugar, Donut, Easy, No-Yeast, Quick
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup milk (any variety you prefer)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup melted butter (for coating)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your muffin tin or line it with paper liners.

Mixing Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Gently fold with a spatula just until combined; lumps are okay.

Baking

  • Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  • Bake for 15-18 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and tops are golden brown.

Finishing Touches

  • While baking, mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl for the topping.
  • When muffins are out of the oven, cool for 5 minutes, brush with melted butter, then coat with cinnamon sugar mixture.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite drink. Enjoy!

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk or Fork
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack
  • Pastry brush or small spoon
  • Spatula

Notes

  • For a healthier option, swap all-purpose flour with whole wheat pastry flour.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat muffins gently in microwave or oven and refresh cinnamon sugar coating if desired.