Baked Apple Cider Donuts Recipe
Delight in these moist and flavorful Baked Apple Cider Donuts, infused with warm spices and a touch of apple cider. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, they are topped with a spiced cinnamon sugar glaze that’s both sweet and comforting—an ideal treat for autumn or any cozy occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 donuts 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Donut Batter
- 1 cup apple cider
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch ground nutmeg
- Pinch ground cloves
- Pinch salt
Topping
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- About 2 tbsp reduced apple cider (reserved from above)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Reduce the Apple Cider: In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of apple cider to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until reduced by half, about 10-15 minutes. This will concentrate the flavor and sweetness. Set aside to cool and reserve about 2 tablespoons for the topping.
- Prepare the Batter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan. In a mixing bowl, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter and allow to cool slightly. Whisk in the reduced apple cider, sugar, egg, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the donuts tender.
- Fill Donut Pan: Spoon or pipe the batter evenly into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full to allow room for rising.
- Bake the Donuts: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut comes out clean. Remove from oven and let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter and add the reserved 2 tablespoons of reduced apple cider. Heat gently until combined and warm. In a shallow dish, mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon.
- Coat the Donuts: While the donuts are still warm, dip each donut first into the warm butter-cider mixture, then immediately into the cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated. Place on a wire rack to set.
Notes
- Ensure the apple cider is fully reduced to concentrate the flavor and reduce excess moisture in the batter.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the donuts light and tender.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with sour cream if preferred.
- If you do not have a donut pan, you can use a muffin tin and adjust baking time accordingly.
- Store the donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days for best freshness.
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