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The key ingredients for buttery cinnamon roll doughnuts are simple yet essential. You start with flour, sugar, butter, milk, and eggs. Each plays a vital role in making these homemade doughnuts soft and fluffy.

Buttery Cinnamon Roll Doughnuts Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with our Buttery Cinnamon Roll Doughnuts recipe! These soft, fluffy doughnuts blend the deliciousness of cinnamon rolls with the joy of homemade doughnuts. With easy-to-follow steps and customizable toppings, you'll impress family and friends in no time. Ready to elevate your baking game? Click through to explore the full recipe and discover how to create irresistible doughnuts for any occasion!
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Ingredients
  

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (freshly grated if possible)

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

3/4 cup milk

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Topping:

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (for dipping)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a doughnut pan with non-stick spray or butter to ensure the doughnuts come out easily.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.

      Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

        Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined; be careful not to overmix to keep the doughnuts light and fluffy.

          Fill the Pan: Using a piping bag or a spoon, fill the doughnut pan about 3/4 full with the batter.

            Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes or until the doughnuts are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

              Cool: Once baked, let the doughnuts cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

                Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: While the doughnuts cool, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Set aside.

                  Dunk in Butter and Sugar: Once the doughnuts have cooled slightly, dip each doughnut in melted butter followed by rolling them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.

                    Serve: Enjoy your buttery cinnamon roll doughnuts warm or at room temperature.

                      Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 12 doughnuts

                        - Presentation Tips: Arrange the doughnuts on a colorful plate or tiered stand. Dust with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. Adding a small bowl of caramel sauce for dipping can also elevate serving!