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Description
Enjoy these easy and delicious homemade apple cider donuts. They are perfect for a fall treat and are sure to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the apple cider, sugar, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, a few at a time.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a wire rack to cool slightly.
- Dust with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar, if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For best results, use fresh apple cider.
- Do not overcrowd the pot when frying the donuts.
- If the donuts are browning too quickly, reduce the heat of the oil.
- Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg