Cinnamon Sugar Twist Doughnuts Recipe
These Cinnamon Sugar Twist Doughnuts are a delightful treat featuring twisted doughnut shapes fried to golden perfection and generously coated in cinnamon sugar. Crispy on the outside and soft inside, they make a perfect sweet snack or breakfast indulgence.
- Author: Yana
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 doughnuts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Frying
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- Prepare the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the twists: On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangular shape about 1/4 inch thick. Cut the dough into strips approximately 1/2 inch wide and 6 inches long. Take each strip and twist it firmly to create the doughnut twist shape.
- Heat the oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan or skillet to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C), using a thermometer for accuracy.
- Fry the doughnuts: Carefully place a few twists at a time into the hot oil. Fry each twist for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown and puffed. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to flip and remove them.
- Drain and coat: Transfer the fried twists to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. While still warm, toss each twist in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Serve: Allow the doughnuts to cool slightly and serve warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature is consistent to prevent greasy doughnuts.
- You can adjust the cinnamon sugar amount to your taste preference.
- Serve fresh for optimum crunch and softness.
- Use a candy thermometer to maintain the correct frying temperature.
- These doughnuts are best enjoyed the day they are made.
Keywords: Cinnamon sugar doughnuts, twisted doughnuts, fried doughnuts, sweet snack, breakfast doughnuts