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Baked Apple Cider Donuts
Michonne Zendaya

Apple Cider Donuts

Soft and fluffy apple cider donuts coated in cinnamon sugar — the perfect fall treat with cozy apple spice flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon (for coating)

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • donut pan
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • wire cooling rack
  • piping bag or spoon

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, simmer apple cider until reduced to about 1/4 cup. Set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan with nonstick spray.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until smooth. Add melted butter, buttermilk, vanilla, and reduced apple cider; mix well.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Spoon or pipe batter into prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool slightly in pan before transferring to wire rack.
  8. In a shallow bowl, combine 1/2 cup sugar with 1 tablespoon cinnamon. While donuts are still warm, toss in mixture to coat evenly.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Store cooled donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 2 months.