Best 2 Baked Apple Cider Donuts Recipes

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Baked apple cider donuts are a delicious and comforting treat that can be enjoyed year-round. With their warm fall spices and moist, tender crumb, these donuts are perfect for a cozy breakfast or afternoon snack. The combination of fresh apple cider and apple sauce infuses the donuts with a unique and flavorful taste that is sure to impress. Whether you're looking for a festive holiday treat or a simple indulgence to warm your soul, baked apple cider donuts are the perfect choice. So, gather your ingredients and preheat your oven, because it's time to bake up a batch of these delectable apple cider donuts!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE CIDER (BAKED) DONUTS



Apple Cider (Baked) Donuts image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 16

Nonstick baking spray, for the pans
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Zest of 1 lemon
1/3 cup apple cider concentrate (for more depth of flavor) or apple cider
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray four 6-cavity donut pans with nonstick baking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and lemon zest. Whisk for 30 seconds to distribute the leavening.
  • In a liquid measure cup, combine the cider, buttermilk and vanilla.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar. Mix on high until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Scrape down the bottom and sides of the bowl.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well between each addition. Scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl.
  • With the mixer on low, add one-third of the flour mixture and then half of the cider mixture. Continue alternating between the two until the batter is just combined. Remove the bowl from the stand mixer and, using a large rubber spatula, fold the batter a few times to make sure the ingredients are well distributed.
  • Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a large zip-close bag with a corner snipped off, and pipe into two of the donut pans. Top each pan with a second, inverted pan and use clips to hold them in place. (Some pans come with clips; otherwise, use metal hardware or paper clips.) Bake until the cake just springs back when gently touched, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Turn the donuts out onto a cooling rack; immediately brush with melted butter, then dip in the cinnamon sugar.

BAKED APPLE CIDER DONUTS



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All the world's great donuts are fried, except there are a few rare examples of when they're not--and this incredibly delicious and easy-to-make apple cider donut is one notable exception. Since we're not going to fry these, not only are they easier, but they're way less messy. Less time cleaning up means more time eating donuts.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Bread     Pastries     Doughnuts

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups fresh apple cider
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon baking powder
¾ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon fine salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground cardamom
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
½ cup white sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup warm milk
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, divided
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
1 cup white sugar, or as needed
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Butter two 6-cup donut pans.
  • Pour apple cider into a saucepan and place over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and let it cook, watching carefully, until the cider is reduced to 1/2 cup. If it reduces too much, add enough water to make 1/2 cup. Set aside until needed.
  • Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg to a large bowl. Mix with a whisk until combined and set aside until needed.
  • Whisk 1/2 cup white sugar, brown sugar, milk, 2 tablespoons melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg together in another bowl until combined. Add the apple cider reduction and the dry ingredients. Whisk together to form a slightly thick batter; do not overmix.
  • Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pans, filling them about 3/4 of the way up.
  • Bake in the center of the preheated oven until the tops are lightly browned, and the donuts spring back slightly to the touch, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes in the pans before removing to a sheet pan lined with a silicone baking mat. Cut out any donut holes as necessary.
  • If desired, while still slightly warm, brush the donuts lightly with remaining melted butter. Mix 1 cup white sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon together for topping in a shallow dish; toss in donuts to coat. Let cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.1 calories, Carbohydrate 56.8 g, Cholesterol 31.6 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 176.1 mg, Sugar 39.3 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh apple cider for the best flavor. If you don't have apple cider, you can substitute apple juice, but the donuts will not have as much apple flavor.
  • Be sure to grease the donut pan thoroughly before baking. This will help the donuts to release easily from the pan.
  • Bake the donuts until they are golden brown. If you underbake them, they will be doughy in the center. If you overbake them, they will be dry.
  • Let the donuts cool completely before glazing them. This will help the glaze to set properly.
  • Feel free to get creative with the glaze. You can use different flavors of extract, such as vanilla, almond, or maple, to change the flavor of the glaze. You can also add spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger, to the glaze for a more complex flavor.

Conclusion:

These baked apple cider donuts are a delicious and easy-to-make fall treat. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With their moist and fluffy texture, sweet apple cider flavor, and decadent glaze, these donuts are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give these baked apple cider donuts a try. You won't be disappointed.

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