Vegetarian Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins
These vegetarian cinnamon sugar donut muffins are a sweet and easy treat. Coated in a buttery cinnamon sugar topping, they’re perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert.
Ingredients
For the Muffins:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg optional
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted (or plant-based butter)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg or flax egg for vegan option
- 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup melted butter or plant-based butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or use muffin liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Gently mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let muffins cool for 5 minutes, then remove from the pan.
- Brush each muffin with melted butter while warm, then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For vegan muffins, substitute with plant-based butter, non-dairy milk, and a flax egg.
- Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for up to 4 days.
- Perfect for freezing and reheating for quick treats.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14g
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