Apple Cider Donuts Recipe
These apple cider donuts are packed with concentrated apple flavor and warm spices. It's the perfect way to celebrate fall!With a preparation time of 30 minutes and a baking time of 15 minutes, you can create 12 delicious donuts that serve as a delightful dessert or breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Dry ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet ingredients:
- 1 cup apple cider reduced to 1/4 cup
- 2 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For coating:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Reduce the apple cider:
- Pour 1 cup of apple cider into a small saucepan.
- Simmer over medium heat until reduced to 1/4 cup (about 15-20 minutes).
- Set aside to cool completely.
Prepare the dry ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Mix the wet ingredients:
- In another bowl, combine the cooled cider reduction, eggs, melted butter, sugars, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
Make the batter:
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry, mixing until just combined.
- Be careful not to overmix.
Prepare for baking or frying:
- For baking: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- For frying: Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the donuts:
- If baking: Fill each donut cavity about 3/4 full and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- If frying: Carefully drop or pipe batter into the oil and fry for 1-2 minutes per side.
Prepare the coating:
- Mix 1/2 cup sugar with 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
Finish the donuts:
- While still warm, toss each donut in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.