Apple cider doughnuts are a delicious fall treat, combining the flavors of apple cider with a soft, cake-like texture. They are perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Author:Nada
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 30 minutes
Yield:12 doughnuts 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Frying
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups apple cider
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup buttermilk
Oil for frying
1/2 cup granulated sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon cinnamon for coating
Instructions
Reduce apple cider by simmering until it measures 1/2 cup. Let it cool.
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and mix well.
Add the reduced apple cider and buttermilk to the wet mixture.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
Chill the dough for 1 hour.
Roll the dough to 1/2-inch thickness and cut into doughnut shapes.
Heat oil to 350°F and fry doughnuts until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.
Drain on paper towels and coat with cinnamon sugar while warm.
Notes
Use a candy thermometer to monitor oil temperature.