Apple Cider Donuts Cinnamon (Print Version)

Tender donuts made with apple cider and coated in cinnamon sugar. Sweet, spiced, and perfect for chilly mornings.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 1 cup apple cider
09 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
10 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
11 - 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
12 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

14 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
15 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
16 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease two standard 6-cavity donut pans.
02 - Pour apple cider into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat and simmer until reduced to 1/2 cup, approximately 10 to 12 minutes. Allow to cool before use.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt until evenly blended.
04 - In a separate bowl, blend reduced apple cider, granulated sugar, eggs, applesauce, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
05 - Add wet ingredients to the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.
06 - Spoon or pipe batter evenly into prepared donut pans, filling each cavity approximately three-quarters full.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until donuts spring back lightly when pressed.
08 - Allow donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
09 - Combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Brush each warm donut evenly with melted butter, then coat thoroughly in cinnamon sugar.
10 - Serve donuts while fresh, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry and fridge staples
  • Moist and cakey texture thanks to applesauce and melted butter
  • Baked not fried for easier cleanup and less mess
  • Big on apple flavor with real apple cider and a spice blend
  • The cinnamon sugar coating gives the perfect sweet crunch
02 -
  • Full of warming spices and vitamin rich apples
  • Vegetarian friendly and easy to adapt for dairy free needs
  • Great for making ahead freezes beautifully
03 -
  • Do not skip reducing the cider It makes the flavor extra bright
  • Mix gently to avoid overworked tough donuts
  • Coat while still slightly warm for perfect cinnamon sugar adhesion

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