Apple Cider Donuts
Delight in these classic Apple Cider Donuts, perfectly spiced and coated with cinnamon sugar, offering a warm autumn treat that’s crispy on the outside and tender inside.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 donuts
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups apple cider
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
- ½ cup cinnamon sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, simmer the apple cider over medium heat until reduced to about ½ cup, then let cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Add the buttermilk, melted butter, vanilla, and cooled apple cider reduction, mixing well.
- Combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Transfer dough to a piping bag or a plastic bag with a corner cut off and pipe 3-inch rings directly into hot oil.
- Fry donuts in batches for 1-2 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- While still warm, roll donuts in cinnamon sugar to coat evenly.
- Serve fresh for best flavor and texture.
Notes
For an extra special touch, serve with warm caramel sauce or a dusting of powdered sugar. Leftovers can be reheated briefly in a toaster oven to refresh crispness.