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Irresistible Baked Apple Cider Donuts

Cozy Up with Irresistible Baked Apple Cider Donuts

Delight in these irresistible baked apple cider donuts, the perfect cozy autumn treat filled with warm spices and apple flavor.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Autumn Recipes, baked apple cider donuts, cozy dessert, easy baking, Fall Treats, healthy donuts
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 11 minutes
Total Time: 26 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Calories: 200kcal

Equipment

  • donut pans
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Piping Bag

Ingredients

For the Batter

  • 1 cup fresh apple cider or apple juice
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar plus extra for coating
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon freshly ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg freshly ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves freshly ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Glaze

  • 4 tablespoons melted butter for dipping
  • 1 cup cinnamon sugar

Instructions

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, simmer 1 cup of fresh apple cider over medium heat until it reduces to about 1/4 cup.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your donut pans.
  • In a large bowl, combine the reduced cider, melted butter, granulated sugar, egg, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  • In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  • Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined.
  • Transfer the batter to a piping bag to fill the donut pans about 2/3 full.
  • Bake for 9-11 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let cool for a few minutes in the pan, then dip each donut in melted butter and roll in cinnamon sugar.

Notes

Store baked donuts in an airtight container for up to 1-2 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donut | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 130mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg