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Description
This apple cider donuts recipe delivers the perfect balance of fall flavors in a delicious, homemade treat. Enjoy warm, spiced donuts with a hint of apple in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup apple cider, reduced to 1/4 cup
- 1/2 cup applesauce
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- For the glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons apple cider, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in reduced apple cider, applesauce, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Cover the dough and chill for at least 1 hour.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat 2-3 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a donut cutter to cut out donuts.
- Carefully drop donuts into the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Remove donuts with a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack to cool slightly.
- Whisk together powdered sugar, apple cider, and cinnamon for the glaze. Dip warm donuts in the glaze and let set before serving.
Notes
- Reducing the apple cider concentrates the flavor, giving your donuts a more intense apple taste.
- Chilling the dough makes it easier to handle and prevents the donuts from spreading too much during frying.
- Monitor the oil temperature closely to ensure the donuts cook evenly and don’t burn.
- For cake donuts, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg