Vegetarian Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins
These vegetarian cinnamon sugar donut muffins are soft, fluffy, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavours.
Ingredients
For the Muffins:
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- ⅓ cup melted butter or oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
Prepare the Batter:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, combine the milk, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fill the Muffin Tin:
- Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper muffin liners.
- Fill each cup about ¾ full with batter using a spoon or scoop.
Bake:
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Coat with Cinnamon Sugar:
- In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
- Brush the tops of the warm muffins with melted butter.
- Roll each muffin in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat thoroughly.
Notes
- Variations: Add chocolate chips, raisins, or chopped nuts for extra flavour and texture.
- Vegan Option: Replace milk with plant-based milk and butter with coconut oil or vegan butter.
- Glaze Option: Drizzle a powdered sugar glaze over cooled muffins for a sweeter finish.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal
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