As part of our family's Halloween tradition, I make these delicious frosted doughnuts to serve with warm, spiced cider. Grated apples give them a scrumptious flavor and texture. -Katherine Nelson Centerville, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 22 doughnuts.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. , Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and mace; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Fold in apples. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. , On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. doughnut cutter. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry doughnuts, a few at a time, until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels., In a small saucepan, bring brown sugar and butter to a boil. Cook and stir for 1 minute or until slightly thickened. Pour into a small bowl; let stand for 10 minutes. Add cream; beat until smooth. Gradually add confectioners' sugar, 1/4 cup at a time, beating well after each addition until frosting achieves desired consistency. Frost doughnuts; top with sprinkles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 713mg sodium, Carbohydrate 94g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
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John Young
[email protected]These doughnuts are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family. I love that I can make them ahead of time and freeze them. They're the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
cayden saavedra
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of doughnuts, but these were really good. The cake batter was moist and fluffy, and the glaze was the perfect amount of sweetness.
Denis Mukhula
[email protected]These doughnuts are amazing! I love the way the spices and the glaze complement each other. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.
Chakib 911
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my doughnuts turned out dry and crumbly. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Stable Ronaldo
[email protected]These doughnuts were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them. He said they were the perfect combination of sweet and spicy.
Senuda Thinal
[email protected]I made these doughnuts for my family and they loved them. They said they were the best doughnuts they'd ever had.
Lisa Anderson
[email protected]Delicious!
Muzammil Official39
[email protected]These doughnuts are so easy to make and they taste like they came from a bakery. I love that I can make them at home and know exactly what's in them.
Jayce Pagan
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of doughnuts, but these were amazing! The cake batter was perfectly spiced and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch.
Noor Ali shah
[email protected]These doughnuts were a hit at my party! They were so moist and fluffy, and the spices gave them a warm and inviting flavor. I'll definitely be making these again.