Baked Apple Cider Donuts (Print Version)
Warm apple cider donuts with cinnamon, baked to a soft, tender texture with hints of nutmeg.
# Ingredients:
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1/3 cup apple cider
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1 tsp white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
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3 tbsp oil or almond butter, or applesauce or pumpkin puree for low fat
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1/4 cup pure maple syrup, honey, or agave (or granulated sugar as an optional substitute)
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1 cup flour (white, spelt, oat, or gluten-free all-purpose recommended)
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/4 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp cinnamon
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1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
# Steps:
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Whisk together all liquid ingredients in a bowl.
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Grease a donut pan or mini muffin pan and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Gradually stir remaining dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a batter forms.
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Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 8 minutes or until risen and cooked through.
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Let the donuts cool completely before removing from the pan. Optionally, top with cinnamon sugar coating or apple cider glaze.
# Notes and Tips:
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The recipe works well with white, spelt, oat, or certain brands of gluten-free all-purpose flour. Almond flour or whole wheat flour is not recommended.
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Serve donuts with a homemade pumpkin spice latte for a perfect pairing.