Here’s a Cinnamon Twisted Donuts recipe that gives you that soft, fluffy interior with a crunchy cinnamon-sugar coating and beautiful twisted shape — perfect for a cozy weekend treat.
🍩 Cinnamon Twisted Donuts Recipe
✅ Ingredients:
For the dough:
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3 ½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour
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¼ cup (50g) sugar
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2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
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½ tsp salt
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¾ cup (180ml) warm milk (110°F / 43°C)
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2 large eggs
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¼ cup (55g) unsalted butter, softened
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For frying:
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Vegetable oil (for deep frying)
For cinnamon sugar coating:
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½ cup (100g) sugar
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1 tbsp ground cinnamon
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2 tbsp melted butter (optional, helps cinnamon sugar stick better)
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Make the Dough:
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In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, combine warm milk and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.
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Add sugar, eggs, butter, vanilla, and salt. Mix until combined.
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Gradually add flour until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
2. Let It Rise:
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Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
3. Shape the Twists:
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Punch down the dough and divide into 12 equal pieces.
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Roll each piece into a rope (about 10–12 inches long), fold in half, and twist the strands together. Pinch the ends to seal.
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Place on a parchment-lined tray. Cover and let rise for another 30–45 minutes.
4. Fry the Donuts:
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Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry donuts 2–3 at a time for about 1–2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
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Drain on paper towels.
5. Coat in Cinnamon Sugar:
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Mix cinnamon and sugar in a shallow bowl.
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While donuts are still warm, lightly brush with melted butter (optional), then roll in cinnamon sugar until coated.
🧡 Tips:
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For extra softness, use bread flour instead of all-purpose.
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Want to bake instead? Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, then coat with cinnamon sugar.
