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Apple Cider Donut Recipe with Cinnamon Sugar

Try this apple cider donut recipe with nonalcoholic sweet cider and cinnamon sugar. Get tips for concentrated flavor and consistent donut texture.
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword apple cider donut recipe, apple cider donuts, apple cider doughnuts
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12 donuts
Calories 333kcal
Author C. Sophie

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Donut pan
  • Piping bag
  • Wire cooling rack

Ingredients

Donut Batter

  • 1 cup apple cider unfiltered; simmered down to 3/4 cup
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 medium grated apple optional

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Reduce the apple cider by simmering it on low heat for 20-30 minutes until it reaches ¾ cup.
  • Whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
  • Beat the butter and sugars in a stand mixer until creamy, then add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  • Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  • If using, fold in the grated apple.
  • Spoon or pipe the batter into a specialized donut pan, filling each cavity about ⅔ full.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Dredge the warm donuts in a mixture of granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to coat.

Notes

Nutritional information:
  • Calories: 333
  • Protein: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated fat: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 62mg
  • Sodium: 198mg
  • Potassium: 95mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 27g
  • Vitamin A: 420 IU
  • Vitamin C: 1mg
  • Calcium: 38mg
  • Iron: 1.2mg
Tip: Apply the melted butter and spiced sugar while the donuts are still warm to help the coating adhere smoothly and preserve the exterior crunch.