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Baked Apple Cider Donut

Baked Apple Cider Donut

Enjoy these moist and flavorful baked apple cider donuts, a perfect fall treat with warm spices and natural sweetness.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For coating: 1/4 cup melted butter and 1/2 cup sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a donut pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, apple cider, applesauce, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fill each donut cavity about 3/4 full with batter.
  6. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow donuts to cool for 5 minutes, then remove from pan.
  8. Brush each donut with melted butter and dip into cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.
  9. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding a drizzle of caramel sauce or a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.