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Easy Baked Apple Cider Donuts Recipe with Perfect Cinnamon Sugar Coating

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These baked apple cider donuts feature a tender crumb and a perfect cinnamon sugar coating, offering a lighter, flavorful alternative to fried donuts. They are quick to make and perfect for fall gatherings or cozy mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) apple cider, reduced to concentrate flavor
  • 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, plus extra for coating
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup (60 g) melted butter for tossing the donuts

Instructions

  1. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of apple cider into a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer gently for about 15-20 minutes until it reduces by half and becomes syrupy. Set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a donut pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar, ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar, and ½ cup (115 g) melted unsalted butter until smooth. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and the cooled apple cider reduction.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix; lumps are okay.
  6. Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut cavities, filling each about ¾ full. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove air bubbles.
  7. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the donuts spring back when lightly pressed and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let the donuts cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. While still warm, brush each donut lightly with melted butter (about ¼ cup / 60 g total).
  9. In a shallow bowl, mix 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar with 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon. Dip each butter-coated donut into the cinnamon sugar, turning to coat completely.
  10. Place coated donuts back on the rack to let the sugar set for a few minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Use a good-quality apple cider like Martinelli’s for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour substitute. Do not overmix the batter to keep donuts tender. Reduce the cider to concentrate flavor and avoid watery batter. Coat donuts while warm for best sugar adhesion.

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