Apple Cider Donuts Recipe
Delight in the warm, spiced flavors of homemade Apple Cider Donuts, perfectly soft with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. These baked treats combine fresh apple cider and classic spices for a cozy fall-inspired snack that’s easy to make and sure to please.
- Author: Clara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 donuts 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh apple cider
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan to prevent sticking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until evenly mixed.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together fresh apple cider, room temperature eggs, and melted unsalted butter until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the donuts tender.
- Fill Donut Pan: Spoon the batter into each donut cavity until it is about two-thirds full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes or until the donuts turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for about five minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Room temperature eggs help ensure even mixing and smoother batter.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough donuts.
- Ensure the donut pan is well greased to prevent sticking.
- These donuts can be glazed with a simple cinnamon sugar or maple glaze for extra flavor.
- Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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