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Baked Apple Cider Donuts

Soft, spiced baked donuts infused with apple cider 🍎🍂 and coated in cinnamon sugar—a cozy treat perfect for fall mornings or dessert!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Donuts
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup apple cider
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
  • 1/4 cup sugar for coating
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon for coating

Equipment

  • Donut pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan 🍩.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, eggs, apple cider 🍎, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
  5. Fill donut pan cavities 3/4 full and bake 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Mix cinnamon and sugar for coating. Allow donuts to cool slightly, then dip in cinnamon sugar 🌟.

Notes

These baked apple cider donuts are perfect for fall mornings, brunches, or cozy dessert treats. Save this recipe to Pinterest for quick access and seasonal inspiration! 🍂✨