Apple Cider Donuts
Delicious and fluffy apple cider donuts spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Feel free to use gluten-free alternatives.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Brown sugar can also be used for a caramel note.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg Can experiment with ginger as well.
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh apple cider The heart of the recipe.
- 0.5 cup buttermilk Replace with regular milk or a non-dairy alternative if needed.
- 2 large eggs Can be substituted with flax eggs for a vegan version.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your donut pan or use a silicone mold for easy release.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
- In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined.
- Spoon the batter into each donut cavity, filling them about ¾ full.
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for about 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the donuts cool for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Toss the donuts in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon while they are still warm.
- Serve warm with coffee or apple cider.
Notes
For an extra treat, drizzle a glaze made with powdered sugar and apple cider over the donuts after baking.