Easy Apple Cider Doughnuts

Alright, folks, hold onto your hats because I’m about to introduce you to a little piece of autumn magic: Easy Apple Cider Doughnuts. These beauties scream fall, have that cozy apple vibe, and are the perfect excuse to pull out those sweaters. Honestly, if you haven’t made doughnuts at home, what are you even doing? Simple to make, hard to resist — these cider-infused delights should totally be on your must-bake list.

Okay, so picture this: My husband (we’ll call him Mr. Sweet Tooth) goes absolutely nuts for these doughnuts. “Babe,” he’ll say with this hopeful look, “can we make *those* doughnuts?” And by *those*, he means these apple cider masterpieces that somehow sneak into our weekends more often than I care to admit. I made them once, and suddenly it’s like a ritual. Even my little rugrats are like sugar-hungry puppies whenever they smell them baking. Just proves that once you invite these doughnuts into your family, they make themselves right at home.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Apple Cider Doughnuts

1. They bring a slice of fall right into your kitchen.
2. Making doughnuts at home feels ridiculously fancy, trust me.
3. The aroma alone will have your neighbors questioning their life choices.
4. They’re pretty much happiness in dough form.
5. Perfect with coffee, cider, or even those late-night kitchen raids.

How to Make It

Alright, let’s dive into it. First off, make sure you’ve got your cider nice and reduced — I’m talking about that intense apple goodness. While that’s bubbling away, go ahead and set up shop like the doughnut guru you are. Mix your dry ingredients like you mean it, then blend those wet ones.

Fold everything together — yep, folding is key. None of that crazy mixing; we’re making doughnuts, not a cement truck, eh? Get your dough to a nice texture that feels like a soft pillow but not too sticky — kinda like my cat’s fur after he rolls in flour.

Dough chilled? Sweet. Now, roll it out, cut those circles (they don’t have to be perfect, I swear), and heat your oil. Between you and me, the first one’s usually a sacrificial doughnut, just to check the oil. Fry until they’re golden beauties and maybe sneak a taste before anyone else notices. Coat them while warm in that cinnamon-sugar goodness, and voila. Heaven.

Ingredient Notes

– Apple Cider: This is our secret weapon! Get it reduced — we’re talking flavor city right here.
– Cinnamon: Don’t skip this. Reminds me of my mother-in-law’s hugs.
– Flour: Yes, you will make a mess. Welcome to baking.

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1. Reduce apple cider until concentrated.
2. Mix dry ingredients together in a bowl.
3. Whisk wet ingredients separately.
4. Combine dry and wet mixtures, fold until dough forms.
5. Chill dough, then roll and cut into circles.
6. Heat oil in a fryer or deep skillet.
7. Fry doughnuts until golden brown.
8. Coat warm doughnuts with cinnamon sugar.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

Storage Tips

Honestly, when it comes to leftovers, I’ve got one word: breakfast. Store these bad boys in an airtight container, and if there’s any left by morning, enjoy them with your coffee. Cold? They’re like a second cousin of a cookie. Absolutely delicious. But I won’t tell anyone if you have them for dinner, too. 

Variations and Substitutions

You know when you’re out of something and panic ensues? Don’t sweat it! Sub some maple syrup for the sugar if you want to flip the taste. Tried it once when I was out of brown sugar, and it was like a happy accident. No cider? Go for apple juice—but it’s like trying on your mom’s heels; not exactly the same, but it’ll do in a pinch.

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Easy Apple Cider Doughnuts

These easy apple cider doughnuts are soft, fluffy, and perfectly spiced – a delightful fall treat made from scratch.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 cup apple cider
• ▢ 3 cup all-purpose flour
• ▢ 1 cup sugar
• ▢ 2 teaspoon baking powder
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 2 large eggs beaten
• ▢ 0.75 cup buttermilk
• ▢ 2 tablespoon unsalted butter melted

Topping

• ▢ 0.5 cup sugar
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a small saucepan, simmer the apple cider over medium heat until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 15 minutes. Allow to cool.
• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
• In another bowl, combine the beaten eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and cooled apple cider reduction.
• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined; do not overmix.
• Heat a donut pan and grease it lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
• Fill each cavity about 3/4 full with batter and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Allow doughnuts to cool slightly, then dip each in melted butter and immediately toss in the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Notes

Serve these doughnuts warm with a hot cup of cider or coffee for an irresistible autumn breakfast or snack.