Description
Delight in these moist and tender Crumb Cake Donuts topped with a sweet, buttery crumb topping. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat, these baked donuts combine classic cinnamon flavors with a rich crumb topping for a satisfying texture and taste.
Ingredients
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Donut Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crumb Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the donuts evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Both Mixtures: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined to keep the batter light and tender without overworking it.
- Prepare Crumb Topping: In another bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and softened butter. Mix until the topping becomes crumbly and resembles coarse crumbs.
- Fill Donut Pan: Spoon the batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity halfway to allow room for rising during baking.
- Add Crumb Topping: Generously sprinkle the crumb topping over each filled donut cavity for a sweet, crisp finish.
- Bake the Donuts: Place the donut pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool: Remove the donuts from the oven and cool them on a wire rack before serving to allow the crumb topping to set.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure the donuts remain light and fluffy.
- Use a donut pan for perfect shape and even baking.
- The crumb topping can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and milk with plant-based alternatives.
- Store donuts in an airtight container for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
