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A white bowl filled with freshly made, golden brown Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bites coated heavily in sparkling sugar.

Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bites

These donut bites use a simple dough that bakes up fluffy inside with a sweet cinnamon sugar coating. This recipe is quick to make for an easy dessert or snack.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 bites

Equipment

  • baking tray

Ingredients
  

Donut Bites

  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted For brushing and tossing

Instructions
 

  • Mix the flour, baking powder, and 1/4 cup of sugar in a bowl.
  • Add the milk, egg, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  • Scoop small balls of dough onto your baking tray.
  • Bake at 180°C for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the bites are golden brown.
  • While the bites bake, mix the 1/2 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon for the coating.
  • Brush the warm donut bites with the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter, then toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  • Stack the finished bites in a bowl and dust with extra cinnamon sugar before serving.

Notes

The cinnamon sugar coating gives these bites a classic, irresistible flavor. The final texture should be fluffy inside with a sweet coating.
Keyword Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bites, Easy Churro Recipe, Easy Treats, Quick Desserts To Make