Description
Apple cider donuts are the quintessential fall treat, combining a warm, fluffy texture with the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. With their inviting aroma and deliciously crispy exterior, these homemade delights are ideal for cozy gatherings or an afternoon snack. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for breakfast or dessert, every bite brings warmth and happiness. Dust them with cinnamon sugar or glaze them for a touch of indulgence!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups apple cider
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup brown sugar (light)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- Cinnamon sugar mixture (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare Cider Reduction: Simmer 2 cups of apple cider in a saucepan until reduced to 1 cup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix reduced cider with melted butter and eggs until smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Slowly fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients without overmixing.
- Fill Donut Pan: Grease the donut pan and fill each cavity two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool & Dust: Let cool slightly before rolling in cinnamon sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg