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Homemade Donut Holes with Cream Cheese Dipping Sauce

September 24, 2015 by Racquel Bregg

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My husband and I recently began supplying fresh baked goods to an adorable little coffee shop in our small town and we’ve been all about fall recipes and flavors lately.  They’re serving several kinds of hot cider, pumpkin spice latte and other coffee drinks and we’re serving up fresh baked pumpkin muffins and these amazing Homemade Donut Holes. They’re baked and not fried and they are oh so delicious.  Plus, these cinnamon sugar donut holes are easy to make and amazing with the cream cheese doughnut dip!

Homemade Donut Holes with Cream Cheese Frosting Dipping Sauce

Easy Donut Hole Recipe For Cake Pop Maker

No deep fryer needed. I use a cake pop maker for baking this cinnamon sugar donut holes recipe.  The great thing about cake pop donut holes is they are baked and healthier for you. Plus cooking and cleaning are so much easier than when frying. If you don’ have a cake pop maker you can bake these in a donut hole baking pan in the oven at 325 degrees for 10 minutes.

Basic Ingredients:

For the donut batter:

  • 1 1/3 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the cinnamon sugar coating:

  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter

How to Make Donut Holes (AKA Doughnut Holes):

Here are the step by step instructions. In a matter of minutes, you’ll have delicious, soft donut holes.

Combine all the donut batter ingredients in a medium mixing bowl being careful not to over mix the batter.

Homemade Donut Holes Batter

If you’re using a cake pop maker preheat the machine.  If baking in a pan in the oven preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.

Fill a piping bag or a bottle with the donut batter.

Carefully fill the wells of the cake pop maker or pan with donut hole batter, making sure not to overfill.  They should be filled just below the well to get a nice round shape. The one on the right in this photo is TOO full and it oozed all over.

cap pops donut holes

Cook in the cake pop maker for approximately 4-5 minutes or until a pick inserted comes out clean.  If baking in the oven, increase bake time to 10 minutes or until the pick comes out clean. They should be lightly golden brown.

donut holes recipe for cake pop maker

Remove the donut holes from the oven or cake pop maker. Set aside on a cooling rack or a baking sheet covered in paper towels to cool a bit.

Mix the cinnamon and 1/2 cup of sugar together.

In a separate bowl, melt the butter in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.  Quickly dip the donut holes in the melted butter.

Baked Donut Holes

Roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat and set aside.

Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes

Serve right away or store in an air tight container until ready to serve.

Homemade Cinnamon And Sugar Donut Holes Recipe

 

I like to serve these easy donut holes with a Cream Cheese Frosting Dipping Sauce.  It’s a cinch to make and a great addition to the cinnamon sugar coating.

Cream Cheese Dipping Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, at room temperature is best to get a smooth dip
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 -2 cups powdered sugar, aka confectioners’ sugar (the amount depends on how thick you want the dip to be)

Cream Cheese Doughnut Dip Instructions:

Mix all ingredients together using a hand mixer, stand mixer or food processor until the cream cheese doughnut dip is smooth. Serve dip in a small bowl.

Printable Cinnamon Sugar Baked Donut Holes Recipe

Homemade Donut Holes Recipe

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September 24, 2015
by Scarlet Paolicchi
Cuisine American
Category Family Food Ideas And Recipes
Easy baked donut holes with cinnamon sugar. So delicious!
Persons
5
Serving Size
4 donut holes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Total Time
10 minutes
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Homemade Donut Holes with Cream Cheese Frosting Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cup flour
  • 1/3 cup raw sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup raw sugar
  • 3 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl being careful not to over mix the batter.
  2. If you’re using a cake pop maker preheat the machine. If baking in a pan in the oven preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  3. Fill a piping bag or a bottle with the donut batter.
  4. Carefully fill the wells of the cake pop maker or pan, making sure not to overfill. They should be filled just below the well. The one on the right in this photo is TOO full and it oozed all over.
  5. Cook in the cake pop maker for approximately 4-5 minutes or until a pick inserted comes out clean. If baking in the oven, increase bake time to 6-8 minutes or until the pick comes out clean.
  6. Remove the donut holes from the oven or cake pop maker and set aside.
  7. Mix the cinnamon and 1/2 cup of raw sugar together.
  8. Melt the butter in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. Quickly dip the donut holes in the melted butter.
  9. Roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat.
  10. Serve right away or store in an air tight container until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Homemade Donut Holes Recipe

Serves: 5

Amount Per Serving:
4 donut holes
Calories 326.46 kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10.72 g 16.5%
Saturated Fat 6.44 g 32.2%
Trans Fat 0.28 g
Cholesterol 27.96 mg 9.3%
Sodium 247.59 mg 10.3%
Total Carbohydrate 53.26 g 17.8%
Dietary Fiber 1.73 g 6.9%
Sugars 25.86 g
Protein 5.0 g
Vitamin A 10.62 % Vitamin C 0.18 %
Calcium 30.01 % Iron 5.75 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Daily values information in recipe card is a general guide.

Easy Peasy!  I hope you enjoy this delicious homemade donut holes recipe! Whether it is National Donut Day (first Friday in June) or you just have donut cravings, this recipe is sure to make you happy!

Do you think you will try it with the cream cheese dipping sauce? If you have any feedback or want to share your photos, tag us @familyfocusblog and/or #familyfocusblog!

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  1. angela@spinachtiger says

    September 26, 2015 at 8:12 am

    Trying not to eat bread or sugar, but I know I wouldn’t be able to resist the 10 minute donut. Cute as pie, no cute as a donut hole.

  2. Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says

    September 28, 2015 at 9:11 am

    This is brilliant. I have never made my own donuts before, but they look awesome!

  3. Jennifer says

    September 28, 2015 at 10:00 am

    Oh that is just fantastic! I love donut holes. I can’t wait to make these. I’ve actually got the perfect tin for it.

  4. lisa says

    September 28, 2015 at 11:05 am

    These donut holes look and sound amazing. I love homemade donuts and the dipping sauce sounds so good too.

  5. Amy Desrosiers says

    September 28, 2015 at 1:35 pm

    These look way too good! I love that they even have their own dipping sauce too!

  6. Jenna Wood says

    September 28, 2015 at 1:41 pm

    Oh yum, I would have never thought to use a cake pop griddle- I bet these have the perfect browning ratio! Thanks for sharing the yummy recipe and the dip!

  7. Jeanette says

    September 28, 2015 at 1:55 pm

    Since they are not fried, they are healthy right?! These look amazing! I am totally trying this out with my son!

  8. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

    September 28, 2015 at 3:18 pm

    Those look so good. I’ve been a big fan of donut holes since I was a kid. I can’t wait to try these.

  9. Donna says

    September 28, 2015 at 4:03 pm

    I don’t have that pan yet but I’m going to be looking for one! These look amazing.

  10. Stacie says

    September 28, 2015 at 4:59 pm

    These look delicious. Love how quick they are to make.

  11. Amber Edwards says

    September 28, 2015 at 5:59 pm

    Now those donut holes look delicious! That would make the perfect dessert for our family game night!

  12. Kelly Hutchinson says

    September 28, 2015 at 6:12 pm

    I just had a spicy dinner and am craving sweets. Now I want to make this right now!

  13. Meagan says

    September 28, 2015 at 6:20 pm

    Donuts are by far my favorite treat. I need to make these!

  14. Shauna says

    September 28, 2015 at 7:48 pm

    Oh my goodness, I want these. Like right now. I have such a soft spot for donuts and that dipping sauce looks amazing.

  15. Shelley Zurek says

    September 28, 2015 at 7:56 pm

    I might just buy the donut holes and make that lovely dipping sauce. I love cream cheese.

  16. Kathy says

    September 28, 2015 at 8:55 pm

    I’m going to have to make these very soon. My girls and I love donut holes. I just bought some the other day. I’m glad I saw this recipe so I can make them with my girls soon.

  17. Nancy L. says

    September 28, 2015 at 9:18 pm

    Oh my! My son has been on a donut kick lately and I had no idea they were so easy to make! The cream cheese frosting sounds AMAZING! I will definitely be trying this in the morning!
    Thanks!
    🙂

  18. Autumn @ Mamachallenge says

    September 28, 2015 at 10:06 pm

    My kids love donut holes! I will have to surprise them with these one morning!

  19. Ann Bacciaglia says

    September 28, 2015 at 11:00 pm

    These look so amazing i wish i could have some right now. I am definitely going to try this recipe for my BBQ this weekend.

  20. Liz Mays says

    September 28, 2015 at 11:12 pm

    Oh my gosh these sound delish!! I could totally wake up early and surprise the family with these before work.

  21. Vera Sweeney says

    September 29, 2015 at 12:13 am

    Oh my gosh these look so good! I never thought to make donuts at home like this, my kids would love them.

  22. Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert says

    September 29, 2015 at 12:15 am

    Those look incredible! The photos came out amazing!

  23. Dogvills says

    September 29, 2015 at 9:18 am

    That looks yummy! I can’t wait to make this for my family.

  24. Krista says

    September 29, 2015 at 10:15 am

    My husband would be so happy if I made these. I think I will surprise him with some this weekend. Thanks for the great idea

  25. Lisa says

    September 29, 2015 at 11:57 am

    Oh my yumminess and an easy recipe too! I may have to welcome October with these donut holes this weekend!

  26. Nancy @ Whispered Inspirations says

    September 29, 2015 at 8:36 pm

    WOW, these look perfect. And cream cheese frosting? YUM.

  27. Rachel @ Slim Life says

    September 29, 2015 at 11:03 pm

    Cream cheese frosting? Wow! I’m in love with cream cheese. I will definitely try this one and I’m sure my kids will be happy with this treat 🙂 Thanks for sharing the recipe!

  28. Thurman says

    October 1, 2015 at 6:31 am

    Wow, marvelous weblog format! You made blogging look easy.
    This homemade donut hole recipe looks so good and I can’t believe it is so fast and easy! I think I will try your cream cheese dipping sauce for fruit too.

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