Description
These Cinnamon-Sugar Donuts with Chocolate Drizzle are a delightful homemade treat featuring fluffy fried donuts coated in a classic cinnamon-sugar mix and topped with a rich semi-sweet chocolate drizzle. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, these donuts combine the warmth of cinnamon with the indulgence of chocolate for a crowd-pleasing dessert.
Ingredients
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Donut Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Additional granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for tossing donuts (about 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon)
Chocolate Drizzle
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until well blended.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the whole milk, melted unsalted butter, and room temperature eggs until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Make Donut Batter: Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined; be careful not to overmix to keep the donuts light and fluffy.
- Heat Oil: In a deep pot, heat oil to 375°F (190°C). Use a thermometer to check the temperature for accurate frying.
- Fry Donuts: Drop spoonfuls of the batter carefully into the hot oil using a spoon or small ladle. Fry the donuts, turning once, until they are golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the donuts using tongs and drain on paper towels.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: While still warm, toss the donuts in a mixture of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until fully coated for a sweet and fragrant crust.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in short bursts in the microwave, stirring between intervals until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate generously over the coated donuts to finish.
Notes
- Make sure the oil is at the correct temperature before frying to avoid greasy donuts.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain a light texture.
- Use room temperature eggs for better batter consistency and rise.
- You can substitute chocolate chips with any type of your favorite chocolate for the drizzle.
- Serve donuts fresh for best taste and texture.
