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For the cinnamon sugar topping:
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Mix the cinnamon and the sugar in a shallow bowl, set aside.
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For the donuts:
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In a medium bowl mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon, set aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk sugar and butter together, then add the egg and heavy cream and mix until smooth. Gently fold in the dry ingredients with a spatula to form soft dough. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes or up to 3 hours.
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In a large heavy skillet add an inch of oil and using a candy thermometer heat oil to 325 degrees F.
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While oil is heating, take a teaspoon and measure one spoonful of dough, making a round dough hole ball. Prepare all the donuts holes prior to frying.
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In small batches, drop donuts holes into the hot oil, fry until golden brown on one side for 1 to 2 minutes. Flip and fry the remaining side for 1 to 2 minutes.
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Place the fried donut holes on a brown paper bag or several layers of paper towels, to allow excess oil to drain. Finish frying the remaining donut holes.
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Roll the fried donut holes within the cinnamon sugar mixture, covering completely. Serve immediately, they taste the best warm!
