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Crispy Baked Apple Cider Donut Holes

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These crispy baked apple cider donut holes are a cozy fall treat with a crunchy exterior and tender inside, flavored with warm spices and reduced apple cider for authentic taste.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 4 tbsp (57g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) apple cider, reduced to 1/2 cup (120ml)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk (or dairy-free milk + 1/2 tsp vinegar)
  • For the cinnamon sugar coating:
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • Optional: a pinch of ground cloves

Instructions

  1. Pour 1 cup (240ml) of apple cider into a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until reduced to about 1/2 cup (120ml) and slightly syrupy. Set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut hole pan lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  5. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
  6. Add cooled apple cider reduction and buttermilk to the butter mixture, mixing gently until combined.
  7. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients with a wooden spoon or spatula. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  8. Fill each cavity of the donut hole pan about 3/4 full using a small cookie scoop or spoon.
  9. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean and tops spring back when touched.
  10. Let donut holes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then remove and toss in cinnamon sugar mixture while warm.
  11. Serve warm.

Notes

Reduce the apple cider to intensify flavor and avoid excess liquid in the batter. Use softened butter for a light texture. Grease the pan well to prevent sticking. Coat donut holes in cinnamon sugar while warm for best adhesion. If batter is too wet, add flour a tablespoon at a time. Donut holes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored at room temperature for up to two days or frozen for up to a month.

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