Meta Description: Learn how to make easy cinnamon sugar donuts using refrigerated biscuits. This baked donut recipe is soft, buttery, golden, and perfect for breakfast or dessert.
There is something disarmingly nostalgic about cinnamon sugar. The smell alone can stop you mid‑thought, pull you backward into warm kitchens and quiet mornings. These cinnamon sugar donuts carry that feeling. They are soft, golden, and coated in that familiar sweet spice that somehow makes everything feel lighter.
What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity. There is no complicated dough, no long waiting, no uncertainty. Just a few ingredients, a warm oven, and suddenly your kitchen feels alive. Readers love this recipe because it delivers bakery‑style comfort in the easiest way possible.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
These donuts are quick, affordable, and deeply satisfying. The outside develops a delicate crispness while the inside stays tender and fluffy. They are perfect for breakfast, an afternoon pause, or a late‑night craving you did not plan but welcomed anyway.
Tools You Will Need
Baking dish
Small microwave‑safe bowl
Mixing bowl
Knife
Oven
Spoon
Ingredients
1 can refrigerated biscuits
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
4 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
Melt the butter until fully liquid but not too hot.
In a separate bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon evenly.
Open the biscuit can and separate each biscuit.
Cut each biscuit into four equal pieces and gently roll into balls.
Dip each ball into the melted butter, coating completely.
Roll each butter‑coated ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Place the balls into the baking dish so they lightly touch.
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until golden and fragrant.
Allow them to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Tips for Best Results
Do not overcrowd the pan too tightly.
Use real butter for the best flavor.
Serve warm for the softest texture.
Add a second light coating of cinnamon sugar after baking if desired.
Variations and Additions
Add vanilla sugar for deeper aroma.
Drizzle with a simple glaze.
Add a pinch of nutmeg.
Fill with chocolate spread after baking.
Storage and Reheating
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5–7 minutes to restore softness.
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories: 180
Carbohydrates: 22 g
Fat: 9 g
Protein: 3 g
Sugar: 8 g
Preparation Time and Servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, and reheat before serving.
Can I air fry them?
Yes, cook at 350°F for about 8–10 minutes.
Can I reduce sugar?
Yes, adjust to taste.
Why are they dry?
They were likely overbaked.
Final Tip
Eat one slowly. Let the sugar fall where it may. These small moments, warm and imperfect, are often the ones we remember the most.
