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Apple Cider Donuts
These delightful treats capture the essence of fall with their rich apple flavor, warm spices, and that irresistible combination of soft, fluffy interiors and sweet, cinnamon-sugar exteriors.
Prep Time
30
minutes
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Cook Time
10
minutes
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Total Time
40
minutes
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Course:
Bread, Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine:
American
Diet:
Vegetarian
Servings:
24
Author:
Melissa Griffiths
Ingredients
3
cups
apple cider
3 ½
cups
all-purpose flour
plus extra for dusting
⅔
cup
brown sugar
packed
2
teaspoons
baking powder
¾
teaspoon
salt
½
teaspoon
baking soda
¼
teaspoon
nutmeg
¼
teaspoon
allspice
½
teaspoon
cinnamon
2
large eggs
6
tablespoons
butter
melted and cooled
Oil for frying
vegetable or canola oil recommended
Cinnamon sugar
for coating
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of apple cider to a boil.
Continue boiling until the cider is reduced to about 1 cup. This concentrates the flavor.
Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
In a mixing bowl, whisk the cooled cider, eggs, and melted butter together until well combined.
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda, nutmeg, allspice, and cinnamon.
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
Use a spatula or your hands to mix until a sticky dough forms.
Cover the bowl and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to make it easier to handle.
Turn the chilled dough out onto a well-floured surface.
Roll it out to a ½-inch thickness.
Use a floured donut cutter or round cookie cutters to cut out donuts and holes.
Fill a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer with 3 inches of oil.
Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C), monitoring the temperature with a cooking thermometer.
Carefully lower the donuts into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the donuts to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
While the donuts are still warm, roll them in cinnamon sugar to coat them evenly.
Enjoy the apple cider donuts warm, savoring the rich apple flavor and spices.
Notes
Ensure to reduce it to about 1 cup to concentrate the flavors sufficiently.
Maintain a constant oil temperature for even cooking. Use a thermometer to check.
Experiment with different toppings like a glaze or powdered sugar if desired.
These donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
This recipe was adapted from
Norines Nest.
Nutrition
Serving:
1
of 24 donuts
|
Calories:
134
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
23
g
|
Protein:
2
g
|
Fat:
3
g
|
Saturated Fat:
2
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
0.3
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Trans Fat:
0.1
g
|
Cholesterol:
21
mg
|
Sodium:
162
mg
|
Potassium:
64
mg
|
Fiber:
1
g
|
Sugar:
9
g
|
Vitamin A:
108
IU
|
Vitamin C:
0.3
mg
|
Calcium:
33
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg
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