Cinnamon Roll Donuts combine two beloved treats into one irresistible dessert. These donuts are soft and fluffy like classic donuts but packed with the warm cinnamon flavor of a cinnamon roll. Finished with a sweet glaze or cream cheese icing, they make the perfect breakfast treat, brunch dessert, or afternoon snack with coffee.
Prep Time
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
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Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
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Total Time: About 35 minutes
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Servings: 10–12 donuts
Kitchen Equipment
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Donut pan or baking sheet
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Mixing bowls
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Whisk
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Piping bag or spoon
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Cooling rack
Ingredients
For the Donuts
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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½ cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¾ cup buttermilk
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1 large egg
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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2 tablespoons melted butter
Glaze (Optional)
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons milk
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Ingredient Notes
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Buttermilk helps keep the donuts soft and tender.
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Cinnamon gives the donuts their warm cinnamon roll flavor.
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Powdered sugar glaze adds sweetness and a bakery-style finish.
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl mix buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
4. Make the Batter
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a smooth batter forms.
5. Fill the Donut Pan
Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
6. Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the donuts are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Allow the donuts to cool slightly on a rack.
7. Add Cinnamon Sugar
Brush each donut with melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
8. Add the Glaze
Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over the donuts for extra sweetness.
Nutrition Facts (Approximate per donut)
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Calories: 180
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Carbohydrates: 26g
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Fat: 7g
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Sugar: 14g
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Protein: 3g
Tips for the Best Cinnamon Roll Donuts
✔ Use a piping bag to easily fill the donut pan.
✔ Do not overmix the batter to keep the donuts light and fluffy.
✔ Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.
✔ Add cream cheese glaze for a more authentic cinnamon roll taste.
Variations
Cream Cheese Glazed Donuts
Top with a cream cheese frosting instead of regular glaze.
Air Fryer Cinnamon Donuts
Cook at 350°F (175°C) for about 8–10 minutes.
Stuffed Cinnamon Donuts
Fill the donuts with cream cheese or caramel.
Mini Cinnamon Donut Bites
Use a mini donut pan for bite-sized treats.
