Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Experience the irresistible delight of Mexican Panadería-inspired Cinnamon Sugar Donuts. With their soft, airy interior and a crispy, golden exterior coated in aromatic cinnamon sugar, these donuts are a perfectly indulgent dessert or snack that reflect the warm flavors of Mexican cuisine.

Ingredients

For the Donuts:
🥛 1¼ cups warm milk 100–110°F 38–43°C
🍞 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
🍚 ¼ cup sugar white granulated
🥚 2 large eggs room temperature
🧈 ¼ cup lard melted and cooled; can substitute with vegetable shortening or butter
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🍞 4–4½ cups all-purpose flour start with 4 cups and reserve ¼ cup to add gradually

For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
🌿 2 tablespoons freshly ground Mexican cinnamon sticks
🍚 2 cups sugar white granulated

Instructions

1- Activate the Yeast:

• In a glass measuring cup, combine the warm milk and active dry yeast.
• Mix well until the yeast is fully dissolved.
• Cover with plastic wrap and let it rest until it becomes slightly foamy, indicating activation.

2- Mix the Dough:

• In the bowl of your KitchenAid Professional HD stand mixer with a dough hook, mix 4 cups of all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar.
• Add the melted lard, eggs, and milk-yeast mixture.
• Combine to form a dough.

3- Adjust the Texture:

• Gradually add the reserved ¼ cup of flour or as needed until the dough achieves a smooth, soft texture.
• Knead by hand if more adjustment is necessary after using the stand mixer.

4- First Rise:

• Shape the dough into a ball and place it back into the large mixing bowl.
• Cover with plastic wrap and allow it to rise in a warm place until doubled in size.

5- Shape the Donuts:

• Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down and roll it out on a lightly floured wooden cutting board to a thickness of about 1½ cm ½–¾ inch.
• Use a metal donut cutter to cut out donut shapes, or use an empty can and bottle mouth as alternatives.

6- Second Rise:

• Place each donut on individual parchment paper squares on a metal sheet pan.
• Cover with plastic wrap and allow them to rise until doubled in size.
• In cooler climates, use the oven steam method to assist with rising.

7- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar:

• Grind the Mexican cinnamon sticks to yield 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon.
• Mix with the sugar in a bowl and set aside.

8- Fry the Donuts:

• In a large non-stick frying pan, heat oil to 350°F 175°C.
• Carefully add the donuts to the hot oil, removing the parchment paper just prior.
• Fry on both sides until golden brown, then lift with the handle of a wooden spoon to drain excess oil.

9- Coat & Serve:

• While hot, lightly toss the donuts in the cinnamon sugar mixture to ensure even coating.
• Serve immediately while warm.

Prep Time: 10-15 minutes initial, yeast activation and rising may take 1-3 hours
Cook Time: Approximately 10-12 minutes total frying time
Total Time: Around 2-4 hours including rising times
Servings: Makes about 12-16 donuts, depending on size
Equipment: Pyrex-style measuring cup, KitchenAid Professional HD stand mixer, Plastic wrap, Wooden rolling pin, Metal donut cutter, Frying pan, Slotted spoon, Wooden spoon, Wire rack

Cooking Tips

• Ensure yeast becomes foamy in the milk to confirm it's active.
• Use freshly ground cinnamon for optimum flavor.
• Avoid over-kneading the dough to keep donuts soft.

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Cinnamon Sugar Donuts