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Baked Apple Cider Donuts

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Enjoy the taste of fall with these easy, oven-baked apple cider donuts. They’re coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture and perfect for a cozy weekend treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup apple cider
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a donut pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the apple cider, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. While the donuts are cooling, prepare the cinnamon-sugar coating. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and cinnamon. In another small bowl, combine the powdered sugar and cinnamon.
  10. Once the donuts are cool, dip each donut first into the cinnamon-butter mixture, then into the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Notes

  • For a stronger apple flavor, you can reduce the apple cider by simmering it on the stovetop until it reduces by about half. Let it cool before using.
  • Store cooled donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • To freeze, wrap cooled donuts individually in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 1 month. Thaw at room temperature.

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