Instructions:
- Prepare Nutella Centers:
- Line a donut pan with plastic wrap.
- Transfer Nutella to a piping bag and pipe Nutella into the center of each cavity to form a ring. Freeze until firm.
- Remove Nutella rings from the pan, place on a plate, and return to the freezer until ready to use.
- Preheat and Prep:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and brush the donut pan with melted butter.
- Make the Donut Batter:
- In a small bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the remaining melted butter, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, egg, and milk. Whisk until well combined.
- Whisk in the flour mixture until smooth.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag.
- Assemble the Donuts:
- Fill each donut cavity with half of the batter.
- Place the frozen Nutella rings on top of the batter in each cavity.
- Cover the Nutella with the remaining batter.
- Bake the Donuts:
- Bake for 13-15 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Finish the Donuts:
- Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a rack.
- In a bowl, combine cinnamon and sugar.
- Melt the 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Brush each donut with melted butter and dip in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Enjoy the delicious Nutella-filled donuts warm or at room temperature.
Note:
- These donuts are best enjoyed fresh. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
