Description
These Cinnamon-Sugar Donuts with Chocolate Drizzle are a delightful treat featuring fluffy, homemade fried donuts coated in cinnamon sugar and topped with a rich, melted chocolate drizzle. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, they combine a tender texture with warm spices and a decadent finish.
Ingredients
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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)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for drizzle)
- Additional granulated sugar and cinnamon mixture (for tossing donuts)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt, ensuring they are well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the whole milk, melted unsalted butter, and eggs. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the batter light and airy.
- Heat Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep pot and heat it to 375°F (190°C), monitoring carefully for the correct frying temperature.
- Fry Donuts: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry the donuts for approximately 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the donuts carefully with tongs or a slotted spoon.
- Coat Donuts: Immediately toss the warm donuts in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon to evenly coat them with a sweet, spiced layer.
- Melt Chocolate and Drizzle: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in short intervals in the microwave, stirring between bursts until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate generously over the coated donuts to finish.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature stays consistent at 375°F for best frying results and to avoid greasy donuts.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain tender and fluffy donuts.
- Use room temperature eggs for better batter blending.
- For a thicker chocolate drizzle, add a small amount of butter or cream when melting chocolate.
- Serve the donuts fresh and warm for optimal taste and texture.
