Description
Delight in these homemade Cinnamon-Sugar Donuts with a decadent chocolate drizzle. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, these fried donuts are coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar blend and finished with a luscious semi-sweet chocolate topping. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat anytime!
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
For Coating and Drizzle
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Sugar and cinnamon mixture (quantity: about 1/4 cup sugar mixed with 1 tsp cinnamon)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for drizzle)
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined. This forms the base for your donut batter.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the whole milk, melted unsalted butter, and room temperature eggs. Whisk these ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the donuts light and fluffy.
- Heat Oil: Pour oil into a deep pot and heat it until it reaches 375°F (190°C). Proper oil temperature is crucial for perfect frying.
- Fry Donuts: Using a spoon, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry the donuts for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown. Remove them carefully using tongs and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Coat Donuts: While still warm, toss the donuts gently in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon until they are fully coated, providing a sweet, spicy crust.
- Chocolate Drizzle: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in short bursts in the microwave, stirring between each to prevent burning. Drizzle the melted chocolate generously over the coated donuts.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature remains constant at 375°F to avoid greasy or undercooked donuts.
- Use room temperature eggs for better batter consistency and rise.
- Donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate based on preference.
- For an extra festive touch, add sprinkles on the chocolate drizzle before it sets.
