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Easy Baked Apple Cider Donut Holes Recipe with Cinnamon Sugar Twist

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These easy baked apple cider donut holes are lightly crisp on the outside and tender inside, infused with apple cider flavor and coated in cinnamon sugar. Perfect for a quick, comforting treat with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) apple cider, reduced to about 1/4 cup (60 ml)
  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, plus extra for coating
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar, divided
  • 4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For cinnamon sugar coating:
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of apple cider into a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Let simmer until reduced to about 1/4 cup (60 ml), about 15–20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin pan or line with non-stick spray.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together sifted flour, baking powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, salt, and 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs until smooth. Stir in melted butter, vanilla extract, and cooled apple cider reduction.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Gently fold with a spatula until just combined; some lumps are okay. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Spoon batter into mini muffin pan cups, filling about 3/4 full, making approximately 24 donut holes.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes until tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. While baking, mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Melt 2 tablespoons butter for coating.
  9. Let baked donut holes cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. While warm, brush or toss each donut hole in melted butter, then roll in cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.
  10. Serve warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Notes

Reduce the apple cider carefully to avoid burning; stir occasionally and remove from heat when syrupy but not sticky. Fold batter gently to avoid toughness. Coat donut holes while warm for best cinnamon sugar adhesion. If batter is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons milk to smooth it out. Mini muffin pan recommended for even shape and baking.

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Keywords: apple cider donut holes, baked donut holes, cinnamon sugar donut holes, easy fall dessert, quick baked treats

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