Description
Looking for easy fall baking ideas? These quick apple cider donuts are the best homemade treat! Soft inside, crisp outside, and packed with warm cinnamon sugar flavor. Perfect for autumn parties, cozy snacks, or simple holiday desserts. One of the best donut recipes to try!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups apple cider (reduced to 1/2 cup)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Oil, for frying
- 1 cup granulated sugar + 1 tbsp cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
- Reduce apple cider in a saucepan to 1/2 cup and let cool.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, brown sugar, melted butter, buttermilk, vanilla, and reduced cider.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a sticky dough.
- Chill dough for at least 1 hour.
- Roll dough to 1/2 inch thick and cut donuts.
- Heat oil in a heavy pot to 350°F.
- Fry donuts 1 minute per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
- Roll warm donuts in cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Don’t skip reducing the cider for full flavor
- Chill dough for easier shaping
- Fry in small batches for even cooking
- Store in airtight container for up to 2 days
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American