Fried Apple Cider Donuts
Delightful Fried Apple Cider Donuts capture the essence of fall with their warm, spiced flavor. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
For the donut batter
- 2 1/2 cups fresh apple cider Reduce to 1 cup before using
- 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 6 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/3 cup cold whole milk
- 2 cold large eggs lightly beaten
- 2 quarts vegetable oil (for frying)
For the cinnamon sugar coating
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- In a saucepan, reduce the apple cider over medium heat until it's about 1 cup. Let it cool.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, baking soda, nutmeg, and allspice.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, reduced apple cider, applesauce, milk, eggs, and egg yolk.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed.
Frying
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Using a piping bag or spoon, drop the dough into the hot oil, frying until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
Coating
- In a bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon for coating.
- Roll the warm donuts in the cinnamon sugar to coat.
Serving
- Serve warm, straight from the fryer, for the best taste experience.
Notes
To keep leftover donuts fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. For longer storage, freeze them. Thaw at room temperature when ready to enjoy. Make sure the oil is properly heated before frying to achieve a crispy exterior. Experiment with different spices or nuts for variation.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14g
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