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Amazing Baked Apple Cider Donuts: 12 Steps

Baked Apple Cider Donuts
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Enjoy warm, cinnamon-sugar coated apple cider donuts baked to perfection, offering a delightful fall treat without the need for frying. Perfect for a cozy autumn baking project.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (for coating)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a donut pan or two baking sheets.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and 2 eggs until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the apple cider and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full. If not using a donut pan, drop rounded spoonfuls of batter onto the baking sheets, leaving space between them.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. While the donuts are baking, melt the 1/2 cup butter in a small bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine the 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon.
  9. Once the donuts are baked, let them cool in the pan for a minute before transferring them to a wire rack.
  10. While still warm, dip each donut into the melted butter, letting any excess drip off. Then, roll the donuts in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated.
  11. Allow the donuts to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your warm, delicious baked apple cider donuts!

Notes

  • For a stronger apple flavor, you can reduce the apple cider by a tablespoon or two and replace it with apple cider concentrate.
  • If you don’t have a donut pan, you can make donut holes by dropping spoonfuls of batter onto a baking sheet.
  • Ensure your apple cider is good quality for the best flavor.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of cinnamon and sugar in the coating to your liking.

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