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cinnamon sugar donut holes

Warm, fluffy homemade donut holes rolled in sweet cinnamon sugar for the perfect bite-size treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 donut holes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Bakery
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Donut Hole Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Deep pot or fryer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat oil to 350°F in a deep pot.
  2. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together.
  3. Whisk milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla in a separate bowl.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil and fry 2–3 minutes.
  6. Drain on paper towels and roll in cinnamon sugar while warm.
  7. Serve immediately.

Notes

Best served warm. Adjust cinnamon-to-sugar ratio to taste.