Maple Glazed Donut Muffins (Printable view)

Tender, cinnamon-flavored muffins topped with a sweet maple glaze for a delightful twist.

# What You Need:

→ Muffin Batter

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
09 - 2/3 cup whole milk
10 - 2 large eggs
11 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

→ Maple Glaze

12 - 1 cup powdered sugar
13 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
14 - 1 to 2 tablespoons milk, as needed for consistency
15 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 - Pinch of salt

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, whole milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
04 - Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
06 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
07 - Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
08 - Whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, and 1 tablespoon milk; add additional milk to achieve a thick yet pourable glaze.
09 - Dip cooled muffin tops into the maple glaze, letting excess drip off, then place back on the rack to let glaze set before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make breakfast or snack
  • Sweet maple glaze adds a unique flavor
02 -
  • For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon over the glaze
  • Substitute whole wheat flour for half the all-purpose flour for a heartier muffin
03 -
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender
  • Allow glaze to set completely for best texture
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