Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes that are perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack. These bite-sized treats are coated in a cinnamon sugar mixture for a delightful flavor and have a tender, moist texture thanks to Greek yogurt and iced coffee in the batter.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup International Delight Caramel Macchiato Iced Coffee (or milk)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a mini muffin pan by greasing it thoroughly or spraying with non-stick spray to ensure donut holes do not stick.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the iced coffee (or milk), Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth and well incorporated.
- Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix to keep the donut holes tender.
- Fill muffin pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each cup about three-quarters full for proper rising.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are lightly golden.
- Prepare cinnamon sugar coating: While the donut holes are baking, mix together the 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Melt the 1/4 cup unsalted butter in a shallow dish for coating.
- Coat donut holes: Once baked, allow donut holes to cool slightly for about 2 minutes. Then, dip each donut hole first in the melted butter, then roll coated donut hole in the cinnamon sugar mixture to fully coat.
- Serve warm: Transfer coated donut holes to a serving plate and enjoy warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Using iced coffee adds a subtle caramel flavor; milk can be substituted if preferred.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the donut holes light and fluffy.
- Mini muffin pans work best for shaping these bite-sized donut holes.
- For a dairy-free option, use vegan butter and non-dairy yogurt and milk alternatives.
- Store leftover donut holes in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut hole
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
