Description
Experience the essence of fall with these warm, fluffy apple cider donuts. Infused with spices and coated in a sweet sugar finish, each bite offers a delightful balance of tartness and sweetness that will transport you to a cozy autumn day. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these easy-to-make treats bring smiles and laughter to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh apple cider
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (unbleached)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- Powdered sugar for coating (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter, eggs, and apple cider until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients; stir until just combined (some lumps are okay).
- Fill donut cavities about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and springy to touch.
- Cool slightly before rolling in melted butter followed by powdered sugar or cinnamon-sugar mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 37mg