Description
These Mini Donut Muffins combine the classic flavors of cinnamon sugar with the convenience of a muffin recipe. They offer a delicious, easy-to-make alternative to traditional donuts, perfect for a quick breakfast treat or snack. Soft, moist, and coated in a buttery cinnamon sugar topping, these bite-sized delights are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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For the Muffins
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup margarine, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
For the Topping
- 1/4 cup margarine, melted
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and grease 16 mini-muffin cups thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix Muffin Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the white sugar, melted margarine, milk, baking powder, and all-purpose flour. Stir until just combined; avoid overmixing to ensure the muffins remain tender.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini-muffin cups, filling each about halfway to allow room for rising.
- Bake Muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Topping: While the muffins bake, melt 1/4 cup margarine and set aside in a bowl. In a separate bowl, mix together 1/2 cup white sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon to create the cinnamon sugar coating.
- Coat Muffins: When muffins are cool enough to handle, remove them from the cups. Dip each muffin into the melted margarine, then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well coated.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the coated muffins to cool completely, allowing the topping to set, then serve and enjoy these warm, flavorful mini treats.
Notes
- If you love the taste of traditional sugary donuts but want a faster, less messy option, these Cinnamon Sugar Mini Donut Muffins are perfect.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins light and tender.
- Ensure the muffins are slightly cooled before dipping to prevent them from falling apart.
- These muffins are best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini muffin
- Calories: 118 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 62 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg