Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes (Printable)

Soft mini donuts rolled in cinnamon sugar, ideal for breakfast or a tasty snack.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 2/3 cup whole milk
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ For Frying

10 - 4 cups vegetable oil

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

11 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
12 - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
13 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

# How to Make:

01 - Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and sugar in a medium bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
04 - Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F.
05 - Using a small cookie scoop or two spoons, carefully drop tablespoon-sized batter balls into hot oil. Fry in batches, turning occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
06 - Remove donut holes with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain.
07 - Combine sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
08 - Brush each donut hole lightly with melted butter, then roll in cinnamon sugar until evenly coated.
09 - Serve donut holes warm for best flavor.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They’re perfectly bite-sized treats that feel indulgent without being overwhelming.
  • The cinnamon-sugar coating adds a cozy warmth that instantly becomes addictive.
02 -
  • Don’t overmix your batter—tugging the gluten will make the donut holes tough instead of light and tender.
  • Discovering the right oil temperature was a game-changer; too cool and they soak up oil, too hot and they brown too fast on the outside.
03 -
  • Use a candy or deep-fry thermometer to monitor oil temperature precisely; consistency is key.
  • The melted butter brush before coating keeps the cinnamon sugar clinging and adds a subtle richness.

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