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Baked Snickerdoodle Donuts: Irresistibly Easy Recipe!

Baked Snickerdoodle Donuts – Soft, Cinnamon-Sugar Coated & Irresistible!

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These Baked Snickerdoodle Donuts are a delightful and easy treat that combines the classic flavors of cinnamon and sugar with a light and fluffy donut base.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Cake Flour
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • ¾ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • ¾ cup Buttermilk
  • 2 large Eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, melted
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar (for coating)
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven – Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the Baking Pan – Grease a donut pan well with cooking spray or melted butter.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cake flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients – In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients – Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined.
  6. Fill the Donut Pan – Fill each donut cavity about ¾ full with the batter.
  7. Bake – Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool and Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating – Allow donuts to cool for 5 minutes, then mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish.
  9. Coat the Donuts – Roll each warm donut in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.

Notes

  • Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the donuts light and fluffy.
  • These donuts are best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.

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