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Churro Donut Holes – Cinnamon Sugar Bliss!

These churro-style donut holes are soft, fluffy, and coated in warm cinnamon sugar. They’re quick to make, easy to bake or fry, and perfect for breakfast, dessert, or snacking!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings: 2 People
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Donut Holes:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp melted butter for brushing

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven or Heat Oil
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) if baking, or heat oil in a deep skillet if frying. Lightly grease a mini muffin pan or prep a tray.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients
  4. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Combine Wet Ingredients
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and sugar until combined. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  7. Make the Batter
  8. Slowly stir dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Do not overmix.
  9. Bake or Fry
  10. To Bake: Fill mini muffin pan and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden.
  11. To Fry: Drop spoonfuls of dough into hot oil. Fry until golden on each side (2–3 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
  12. Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  13. Mix sugar and cinnamon. Brush warm donut holes with melted butter and roll in the cinnamon sugar.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or drizzle with melted chocolate.
Best enjoyed warm. Reheat briefly in the oven or microwave before serving.
Can be stored in an airtight container for 2–3 days.