Description
Apple cider doughnuts are a delightful treat that perfectly captures the essence of fall with their sweet, spiced flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup apple cider
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Prepare the apple cider.
- Mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- Combine the wet ingredients in another bowl.
- Create the dough by mixing wet and dry ingredients.
- Shape the doughnuts in a greased doughnut pan.
- Bake the doughnuts in a preheated oven for 10-12 minutes.
- Coat the doughnuts in cinnamon sugar while still warm.
Notes
- Choose sweet and tart apples like Honeycrisp or Fuji for the best flavor.
- Aim for a batter that is thick but pourable.
- For gluten-free doughnuts, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
- Consider reducing sugar or using whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: apple cider, doughnuts, fall, dessert, baking