Oven Donuts

Directions

1. 1
   Place milk in a heatproof, microwave-safe jug. Microwave on medium-high (75%) for 30 to 40 seconds or until heated through (do not allow to boil). Stir in 1 tablespoon butter.
2. 2
   Sift flour into a bowl. Stir in yeast, 1/4 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon.
3. 3
   Make a well in the centre.
4. 4
   Add milk mixture.
5. 5
   Mix to form a soft dough.
6. 6
   Turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
7. 7
   Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap. Set aside in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
8. 8
   Line a baking tray with baking paper.
9. 9
   Using your fist, punch dough down. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth.
10. 10
    Press dough out until 2.5cm thick. Using a 6.5cm cutter, cut 12 rounds from dough. Using a 2.5cm cutter, cut circles from the centre of each round. Place doughnuts, 5cm apart, on prepared tray. Cover with lightly greased plastic wrap. Set aside in a warm place for 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
11. 11
    Meanwhile, preheat oven to 200°C/ 180°C fan-forced. Cook doughnuts for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
12. 12
    Combine remaining sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
13. 13
    Brush doughnuts with remaining butter.
14. 14
    Dip in sugar mixture, shaking off excess.
15. 15
    Place on plates. Serve.