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Ingredients
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Doughnut Hole Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Doughnut Hole Batter
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, 1 tsp cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- 2
- 3
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep pot or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Doughnut Holes
Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop balls of batter into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally.
- 6
Drain and Coat
Remove the doughnut holes with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain. While still warm, melt the butter and brush it over the doughnut holes. In a separate bowl, mix together 1 cup sugar and 2 tsp cinnamon, then roll the buttered doughnut holes in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until coated.
- 7
Serve
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious doughnut holes!

