Description

These Christmas Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins are irresistibly soft, fluffy, and coated with a luscious buttery cinnamon sugar layer. Perfect for holiday brunch spreads, these muffins bring festive flavors and a delightful texture that will quickly become a seasonal favorite.

Ingredients

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Muffins

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp nutmeg
¾ cup milk
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 large egg

Topping

¼ cup melted butter
½ cup sugar
1 tsp cinnamon

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Instructions

Preheat oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and nutmeg, mixing until evenly distributed.
Add wet ingredients: Pour in the milk, vegetable oil, and cracked egg into the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined, taking care not to overmix for tender muffins.
Bake the muffins: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin pan and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Prepare the topping: In a shallow bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together. In a separate dish, melt the butter.
Coat the muffins: While the muffins are still warm, dip each one into the melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture, coating evenly to achieve that classic donut flavor and texture.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of ground cloves or allspice to the dry ingredients.
Use canola or a mild vegetable oil if preferred for a neutral taste.
Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
Serve warm for the best melt-in-your-mouth experience.
These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
Reheat gently in the microwave or oven before coating with cinnamon sugar if not serving immediately.