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Cinnamon Roll Donuts

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Golden fried cinnamon roll donuts with a soft, pillowy interior and swirls of cinnamon sugar, dipped in a sweet maple glaze. A decadent twist on classic cinnamon rolls that’s gooey, crisp, and irresistible.

  • Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins (including rising)
  • Yield: 12 donuts

Ingredients

Dough: 2 1/2 to 3 cups (325–390g) all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) instant yeast, 1/2 tsp salt, 3/4 cup (180mL) water, 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter (cut into 4 slices), 3 tbsp packed brown sugar, 1 large egg (room temp)

Filling: 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter (softened), 1/3 cup (70g) packed brown sugar, 2 tsp ground cinnamon

For frying: Neutral oil (vegetable or canola)

Cinnamon maple glaze: 2 cups (260g) powdered sugar, 1/3 cup (80mL) pure maple syrup, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Whisk flour, yeast, and salt in a large bowl.
  2. Heat water and butter until warm and butter melts. Whisk in brown sugar and egg.
  3. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients. Stir until sticky, then add more flour gradually until dough forms.
  4. Knead until smooth and slightly tacky. Rest dough 20 minutes.
  5. Roll into a 9×13-inch rectangle. Spread with softened butter, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
  6. Roll into a log, pinch to seal, and cut into 12 rolls.
  7. Place on a parchment-lined sheet. Cover and let rise 45–60 minutes until nearly doubled.
  8. Heat 2 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry 3–4 rolls at a time, 1–2 minutes per side, until golden.
  9. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly.
  10. Whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, and cinnamon for glaze. Dip donuts face-down, shake off excess, and let set 5–10 minutes.
  11. Serve warm and gooey.

Notes

Add nutmeg to filling for extra warmth.

Top with chopped pecans or drizzle with chocolate for variation.

Swap maple syrup in glaze for milk or honey for a lighter icing.

Storage: Airtight container at room temp up to 2 days. Reheat in oven at 325°F for 5 minutes to refresh crispness.

Freeze dough before second rise, thaw overnight, and fry fresh.

  • Author: Chloe Mae
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Find it online: https://simpledishrecipe.com/cinnamon-roll-donuts/