Apple Cider Donuts
These Apple Cider Donuts are soft, spiced, and perfectly moist with a delightful apple cider flavor — a cozy treat for fall or any time you crave a sweet, homemade donut.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Cinnamon sugar (1/2 cup granulated sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon), for coating
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, apple cider, buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm enough to handle.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a donut cutter or two round cutters to shape the donuts.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry donuts in batches, about 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer donuts to a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- While still warm, toss donuts in cinnamon sugar until fully coated.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your fresh apple cider donuts!
Notes
For an extra cozy touch, serve donuts warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of maple glaze.