Ingredients (makes 8 twists)

Dry Ingredients:

· 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat pastry flour)

· 2 tbsp coconut sugar or brown sugar

· 1 tsp baking powder

· ¼ tsp baking soda

· ¼ tsp salt

· 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients:

· ½ cup milk (dairy or oat/almond milk)

· 1 large egg

· 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil

· 1 tsp vanilla extract

Glaze:

· ¼ cup pure maple syrup

· 1–2 tsp milk (to thin if needed)

Optional Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:

· 2 tsp cinnamon

· 2 tbsp sugar

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

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

4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just incorporated. Do not overmix.

2. Shape the Twists

· Roll out the batter gently on a floured surface to ½-inch thickness.

· Cut into strips and twist each strip into a spiral.

· Place twists on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.

3. Bake

· Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown.

· Let cool slightly before glazing.

4. Glaze & Optional Coating

1. Mix maple syrup with a little milk if needed.

2. Brush glaze over warm donuts.

3. For extra cinnamon flavor, sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture over the glaze.

Tips for Perfect cinnamon Twists

· For a softer texture, add 1–2 tbsp yogurt or applesauce to the batter.

· Ensure twists are uniform in size for even baking.

· Don’t skip letting them cool slightly; glaze sets better on slightly warm donuts.

· Use real maple syrup for rich flavor and natural sweetness.

Health Benefits

· Cinnamon: Helps regulate blood sugar and has antioxidant properties.

· Maple Syrup: Contains minerals like manganese and zinc, and is less processed than white sugar.

· Baked, Not Fried: Reduces unhealthy fat content while keeping donuts tasty.

· Whole Wheat Option: adds fiber for better digestion.

 

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Balasahana Suresh

05/11/2025 02:30 PM