In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
In a separate bowl, combine the milk, beaten egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix—the batter should be thick but smooth.
Step 3: Shape the Twisted Donuts
Transfer the batter into a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe the batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about halfway.
Alternatively, pipe the batter onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in long ropes (about 6–8 inches). Twist the ropes gently to form a pretzel-like shape or a loose spiral.
Step 4: Bake
Bake for 8–10 minutes (or 10–12 minutes for twisted shapes), or until the donuts are lightly golden and spring back when touched.
Step 5: Coat with Cinnamon Sugar
While the donuts are still warm, brush them lightly with melted butter, ensuring an even coating.
In a shallow bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon for the coating. Roll each donut in the mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Why This Recipe Works
Soft Texture : Baking powder and butter create a light, tender crumb without the need for frying.
Cinnamon Magic : The cinnamon-sugar coating adds a sweet, spiced crunch that pairs perfectly with the soft interior.
Twisted Design : Simple shaping techniques make these donuts look impressive yet require no special skills.
Variations to Try
Glazed Version : Drizzle a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk over the cooled donuts for extra sweetness.
Spice It Up : Add nutmeg or cardamom to the batter for a deeper spice profile.
Chocolate Dipped : Dip half of each donut into melted chocolate for a decadent touch.
Gluten-Free Option : Substitute gluten-free flour for the all-purpose flour.
Vegan Version : Use plant-based milk, a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water), and vegan butter.
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