Grandma’s Fluffy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins

 Grandma’s Fluffy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins

Ingredients:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

½ cup granulated sugar

1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

¾ cup milk (or up to 1 cup if batter seems too thick)

⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping:

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons melted butter (for dipping)

Instructions:

1️⃣ Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.

2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla until well combined.

4️⃣ Make the Batter: Pour the wet mixture into the dry and stir until just combined. If the batter feels stiff, add a bit more milk (up to ¼ cup extra) until soft and scoopable, but not runny.

5️⃣ Bake: Spoon the batter into muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

6️⃣ Cinnamon Sugar Topping: While muffins are still warm, dip the tops in melted butter, then roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

7️⃣ Enjoy Warm: Best served warm and fresh — just like Grandma used to do!

Cook Time: 18–20 minutes

Servings: About 12 muffins