Vegetarian Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins
Delicious and fluffy Vegetarian Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins with a soft interior and a sweet, spiced coating. Perfect for breakfast or dessert!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Muffin Tin
- Pastry brush
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1/2 cup milk room temperature
For the Coating
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, salt, and granulated sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, vanilla extract, egg, and milk until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with the batter. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- For the coating, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Dip the top of each muffin in melted butter, then coat with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Notes
These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds to enjoy them warm!
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg
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