Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bites with Vanilla Glaze (Full Recipe)

These soft donut bites (similar to donut holes) are fried until golden, rolled in cinnamon sugar, and drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze. They’re crispy outside, fluffy inside, and perfect for breakfast or dessert. 🍩✨

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🥣 Ingredients

Donut Bites

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

• 2 teaspoons baking powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¾ cup milk

• 1 large egg

• 2 tablespoons melted butter

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Oil for deep frying

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 3 tablespoons melted butter

Vanilla Glaze

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2–3 tablespoons milk

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Dough

1. In a bowl mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

2. In another bowl whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.

3. Combine wet and dry ingredients until a soft dough/batter forms.

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2️⃣ Heat Oil

• Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).

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3️⃣ Fry the Donut Bites

• Scoop small balls of dough (about 1 tablespoon each).

• Drop carefully into hot oil.

• Fry 2–3 minutes, turning until golden brown.

• Remove and drain on paper towels.

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4️⃣ Coat in Cinnamon Sugar

1. Brush warm donut bites lightly with melted butter.

2. Roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.

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5️⃣ Make the Glaze

• Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

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6️⃣ Finish

• Drizzle the vanilla glaze over the donut bites.

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🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Serve warm for the best texture

• Pair with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate ☕

• Add caramel drizzle or chocolate sauce

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✅ Tips for Perfect Donut Bites

• Keep oil temperature steady so donuts cook evenly.

• Do not overcrowd the pan while frying.

• For extra flavor, add ½ tsp nutmeg to the dough.

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👍 If you’d like, I can also show you:

• 🍩 3-ingredient easy donut bites

• 🍩 Air fryer cinnamon donut bites

• 🍩 Cinnamon roll donut bites (very viral recipe).