Apple Cider Doughnuts Recipe
This Apple Cider Doughnuts Recipe evokes the warmth of autumn with its rich flavors of apple cider, cinnamon, and nutmeg, creating a perfect comfort food treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup apple cider (freshly pressed preferred)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamo
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp butter (melted)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/2 cup + 1 tsp additional cinnamon sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Reduce the cider by boiling it in a saucepan until it reduces to about 1/2 cup. Allow it to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the melted butter, egg, milk, and cooled cider reduction together.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 360°F (182°C).
- On a floured surface, pat the dough to 1/2-inch thick and cut out the doughnuts using a cutter.
- Fry the doughnuts in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to paper towels to drain and roll in cinnamon sugar while warm.
Notes
Use fresh high-quality apple cider for the best flavor. Let cider reduction cool to prevent cooking the eggs. Don't overcrowd the frying oil.