Description
Delight in the warmth of homemade apple cider donuts, perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. These fluffy treats capture the essence of autumn with every bite, making them a beloved addition to any gathering or cozy morning routine. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they are sure to leave everyone smiling!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh apple cider
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- Powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine eggs, milk, melted butter, and apple cider until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Spoon or pipe the batter into the greased donut pan, filling each cavity two-thirds full.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden brown and springy to touch.
- Cool for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Roll in powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: To elevate flavor, consider adding a dash of vanilla extract or substituting half the granulated sugar with brown sugar for richness. For an indulgent touch, drizzle caramel sauce over cooled donuts.