There’s something truly magical about the aroma of apple cider and warm spices wafting through your home on a crisp autumn day. If you’re looking to capture the essence of fall in a delicious treat, then look no further than these irresistible Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts.
Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts Recipe
Ingredients:
– 1 cup apple cider
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a doughnut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a small saucepan, bring the apple cider to a gentle boil over medium heat. Allow it to simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until reduced to 1/4 cup. Set aside to cool.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until well combined.
4. In a separate large mixing bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
5. Add the Greek yogurt, egg, and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients and whisk until well combined.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
7. Gently fold in the reduced apple cider until fully incorporated into the batter.
8. Spoon the batter into the prepared doughnut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
9. Bake the doughnuts for 10-12 minutes or until they are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Allow the doughnuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, paired with a steaming cup of coffee or hot apple cider. The warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves combined with the sweet tanginess of the apple cider make these doughnuts a perfect indulgence for the fall season.
So, next time you’re craving a taste of autumn, whip up a batch of these delightful treats and savor the cozy flavors of the season!
