Apple Cider Donuts
Learn how to prepare this hard-to-resist fall treat in less than 30 minutes. Made with just a few basic ingredients, this apple cider donuts recipe yeilds soft, fluffy donuts, full of apple cider flavor!
Ingredients
For the donuts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the coating
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine the applesauce, apple cider, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fill the donut pan with the batter, smoothing the tops. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the donuts are baking, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the coating in a shallow bowl.
- When the donuts are done, let them cool slightly, then dip each one into the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Notes
TO STORE: Transfer the leftovers to an airtight container to store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
TO FREEZE: Use freezer-safe bags or an airtight container to freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 284kcalCarbohydrates: 67gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.03gSodium: 391mgPotassium: 77mgFiber: 2gSugar: 42gVitamin A: 11IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 2mg
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