Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins

Soft, Buttery Muffins with the Classic Flavor of a Fresh Donut

If you love old-fashioned cake donuts, you’ll fall in love with these Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins. They’re incredibly soft, moist, and coated in melted butter and a sweet cinnamon-sugar topping that tastes just like your favorite bakery donut—without the hassle of deep frying.

Perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or an afternoon coffee break, these muffins come together quickly using simple pantry ingredients.


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Soft and fluffy texture
  • Tastes like a classic cinnamon sugar donut
  • No deep frying required
  • Easy to make with everyday ingredients
  • Perfect for breakfast or dessert
  • Freezer-friendly

Prep Time

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Bake Time: 18–22 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Servings: 12 muffins

Ingredients

For the Muffins

  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup (75 g) melted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • ¼ cup (60 g) melted butter
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

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