Apple Cider Donuts
These Apple Cider Donuts are soft, flavorful, and perfectly spiced, making a delicious autumn treat that captures the essence of fresh apple cider in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 donuts
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups apple cider
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- For the coating: 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, simmer apple cider over medium heat until reduced to about 1/2 cup, then let cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat eggs with sugars, then add buttermilk, melted butter, and cooled apple cider reduction; mix well.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just combined to form a soft dough.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C).
- On a floured surface, roll dough to about 1/2 inch thickness and cut into donut shapes.
- Carefully fry donuts in batches until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Drain donuts on paper towels, then toss in the cinnamon sugar mixture while still warm.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a baked version, bake donuts at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes and then coat with cinnamon sugar. Serve warm with a hot cup of apple cider or coffee for an extra cozy experience.