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Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts with Cinnamon Maple Glaze

Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts with Cinnamon Maple Glaze
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Enjoy the cozy flavors of fall with these Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts topped with a luscious cinnamon maple glaze. They offer a perfectly light and fluffy texture infused with seasonal spices and bright apple cider, baked to perfection for an easy, mess-free treat that’s customizable to suit various preferences.

Ingredients

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Doughnuts

  • 1 cup fresh apple cider (reduced to ¼ cup)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (plus additional to taste)
  • Optional additional spices: ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, cloves, or allspice
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ cup milk or buttermilk (or plant-based milk for vegan option)
  • ¼ cup melted butter or oil (dairy-free butter or oil for vegan option)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Maple Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (or plant-based milk), as needed for consistency

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apple Cider Reduction: Start by simmering fresh apple cider in a small pan over medium heat until it reduces to about ¼ cup. This concentrates the apple flavor and natural sweetness, essential for the doughnuts’ signature taste.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and any additional spices you choose to add. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agents and spices.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs, milk or buttermilk, melted butter or oil, the reduced apple cider, and vanilla extract until smooth and thoroughly combined.
  4. Blend Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined. Take care not to overmix to keep the doughnuts tender and airy.
  5. Bake the Doughnuts: Spoon or pipe the batter into a greased or nonstick doughnut pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes or until the doughnuts are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Prepare the Cinnamon Maple Glaze: While the doughnuts cool slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and enough milk to achieve a smooth and drizzle-ready consistency.
  7. Glaze and Serve: Dip the warm doughnuts into the glaze or drizzle it generously over the top. Allow the glaze to set briefly before serving for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use freshly reduced apple cider to intensify flavor without adding excess liquid.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain soft and airy doughnuts.
  • Grease the doughnut pan well or use a nonstick spray to ensure easy release.
  • Apply glaze while the doughnuts are still warm for smooth setting and enhanced taste.
  • Adjust spice quantities carefully to avoid overpowering the delicate apple cider flavor.

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