Description
Indulge in the essence of autumn with these homemade apple cider doughnuts. By reducing fresh apple cider into a concentrated syrup, these treats deliver a robust, tangy orchard flavor profile. Fried to golden perfection, these doughnuts feature a delicate, airy interior protected by a crisp exterior, all finished with a classic cinnamon-sugar coating. This recipe is perfect for those seeking an authentic, bakery-quality experience in their own home kitchen using precise temperature control and high-quality ingredients.
Ingredients
2 cups Apple Cider (reduced to 1/2 cup)
3.5 cups All-Purpose Flour
2 tsp Baking Powder
1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon
1 cup Granulated Sugar
4 tbsp Unsalted Butter (melted and cooled)
2 Large Eggs
Canola oil for frying
Instructions
Simmer the apple cider in a saucepan over medium heat until reduced to exactly 1/2 cup and cool completely.
Whisk flour, baking powder, and spices in a large mixing bowl.
Beat eggs and sugar in a separate bowl until pale.
Combine cider reduction, melted butter, and egg mixture.
Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients to form a soft dough.
Chill the dough for at least one hour.
Heat canola oil in a deep pot to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Roll dough to half-inch thickness and cut into rings.
Fry the rings in small batches for approximately two minutes per side until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels and toss in cinnamon-sugar while warm.
Notes
Ensure the apple cider reduction is completely cool before mixing to prevent premature activation of the baking powder. Keep a candy thermometer handy to maintain the 350 degree oil temperature; if the oil gets too hot, the exterior will burn before the inside is cooked.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Baking
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg