Description
Apple Cider Doughnut Holes are the perfect autumn treat, combining warm spices and the sweet-tart essence of fresh apple cider. These fluffy, bite-sized delights are rolled in cinnamon sugar, making them irresistible any time of day. Ideal for cozy family gatherings or as an after-school snack, this simple recipe will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (plus extra for coating)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup fresh apple cider
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar mixture (for coating)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter with eggs and apple cider until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients to form a thick batter; avoid overmixing.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Using a small scoop, drop batter into hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove from oil and immediately toss in cinnamon sugar while warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut hole (30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg