Name: Mexican Hot Chocolate Donuts with Cinnamon Glaze
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 12 donuts
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired cuisine
Ingredients: 1.5 cup all-purpose flour; 0.5 cup granulated sugar; 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (fine quality); 1 tsp baking powder; 0.5 tsp baking soda; 1 tsp cinnamon (ground); 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (ground, or to taste); 0.25 tsp salt; 1 pcs large egg; 0.75 cup milk; 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1.5 cup powdered sugar (sifted); 3 tbsp milk (or more, as needed); 0.5 tsp cinnamon (ground); 0.5 tsp vanilla extract

Warm, fluffy Mexican hot chocolate donuts are generously drizzled with a spiced cinnamon glaze and dusted with cocoa powder, invitingly beckoning a bite.

Delight in fluffy, oven-baked donuts infused with the vibrant flavors of Mexican hot chocolate. These sweet street treats combine rich cocoa, warm cinnamon, and a kick of cayenne pepper for a unique and memorable dessert experience. Each donut is generously dipped in a smooth, spiced cinnamon glaze, adding an extra layer of sweetness and aromatic spice. This recipe brings the excitement of global street food desserts right into your kitchen, offering an easy-to-make indulgence perfect for sharing or a special personal treat.

Preparation time: 30 min
Cooking time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Servings: 12

Instructions

Prepare the Donuts

1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a donut pan.
2In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt.
3In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
4Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
6Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean. Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Make the Cinnamon Glaze

1While the donuts are cooling, prepare the glaze. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sifted powdered sugar, milk, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk, a tiny bit at a time, if the glaze is too thick.
2Once the donuts are completely cool, dip the top of each donut into the cinnamon glaze. Allow any excess glaze to drip off.
3Place the glazed donuts back on the wire rack and let the glaze set before serving.

Instructions

Prepare the Donuts

1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a donut pan.
2In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt.
3In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
4Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
6Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean. Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Make the Cinnamon Glaze

1While the donuts are cooling, prepare the glaze. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sifted powdered sugar, milk, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk, a tiny bit at a time, if the glaze is too thick.
2Once the donuts are completely cool, dip the top of each donut into the cinnamon glaze. Allow any excess glaze to drip off.
3Place the glazed donuts back on the wire rack and let the glaze set before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 281 kcal
Protein: 3 g
Fat: 11 g
Carbs: 43 g

Nutrient	Per serving
Calories	281 kcal
Protein	3 g
Fat	11 g
Carbs	43 g

Tips

Ensure donut batter is not overmixed; this keeps them light and fluffy, crucial for excellent 'Sweet Street Eats'.
Do not deep fry these donuts; they are specifically designed for baking, which makes them a healthier street food-inspired indulgence.
Serve these delightful donuts slightly warm, if preferred, with a dusting of extra cinnamon for a beautiful finish.