Delicious Coffee Cake Donuts with Crunchy Crumb Topping Recipe
Deliciously soft and moist coffee cake donuts topped with a sweet cinnamon crumb topping. Perfect for breakfast or an indulgent snack, these baked donuts combine the classic flavors of cinnamon and sugar with a tender crumb for a delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 12 donuts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Donut Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Crumb Topping
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Prepare the Crumb Topping: In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- Make the Donut Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in melted butter and milk. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the donuts tender.
- Fill the Donut Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan well. Spoon or pipe the batter evenly into the donut cavities, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Add the Crumb Topping: Generously sprinkle the prepared crumb topping over each filled donut cavity, pressing slightly to adhere.
- Bake the Donuts: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the donuts spring back when lightly pressed and a toothpick inserted into the batter (not the topping) comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve once cooled to enjoy the full flavor and texture.
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the donuts soft and tender.
- For easier removal, lightly grease the donut pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- Donuts are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Optional: drizzle with glaze or dust with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
Keywords: coffee cake donuts, baked donuts, cinnamon crumb donuts, breakfast donuts, sweet donuts
