Description
Coffee Cake Donuts are a delightful treat that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon and sugar, creating an irresistible sweet indulgence. These soft and fluffy donuts are perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon snack, especially when paired with your favorite cup of coffee. With their simple preparation and crowd-pleasing taste, these homemade delights will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or warmed up later, Coffee Cake Donuts provide a comforting experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 1/2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- For the crumb topping: 1/4 cup cold butter (cut into pieces), 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 3 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and prepare a non-stick donut pan with baking spray.
- In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar, flour, and cinnamon for the crumb topping. Mix in cold butter until it resembles coarse meal; chill in the freezer.
- In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, combine wet ingredients: egg, sour cream, melted butter, and brown sugar. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry until just combined.
- Fill each mold of the donut pan with batter and sprinkle chilled crumb topping on each.
- Bake for 10-11 minutes or until donuts spring back when pressed lightly. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 157
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 36mg
Keywords: Use cold butter for the crumb topping to achieve a perfect texture. Customize with mix-ins like nuts or spices according to your taste preferences.