Plain, dusted with sugar, or dripping with icing
Doughnuts, is there anyone who doesn’t love a doughnut?
Serving Ideas
- Pair with a steaming mug of spiced apple cider for the ultimate autumn indulgence.
- Enjoy with a dollop of dairy-free vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.
- Serve alongside a warm bowl of oatmeal or yogurt for a cozy breakfast.
Ingredient Subs
- For gluten-free option, use a gluten-free flour blend.
- Swap apple cider with unsweetened applesauce for a milder apple flavor.
Cooking Tips
- Reduce Apple Cider: Simmer the cider to concentrate the flavor for an extra apple punch.
- Don’t Overmix: Gently fold wet ingredients into dry to maintain a tender crumb.
- Use a Piping Bag: Pipe the batter for consistent, evenly shaped doughnuts.
- Watch Baking Time: Check for doneness with a toothpick; they should come out clean.
- Let Cool Before Coating: Ensure doughnuts are fully cool to prevent the coating from melting.
Make a simple icing dip with icing sugar and warm water to dip your doughnuts into.
Equipment Used
You will need the following to make this dish:
- Doughnut pan (can use a muffin pan)
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Piping bag (or zip-top bag for piping)
- Cooling rack
Storing Tips
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Refrigerate for up to a week.
- Freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
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Apple Cider Doughnuts
Soft, cake-like doughnuts infused with apple cider and coated in cinnamon sugar.
Ingredients
- 1 cup or 240 ml apple cider
- 1 3/4 cups or 220 g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup or 100 g granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup or 60 ml unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk of your choice)
- 1/4 cup or 60 ml vegetable oil
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the coating
- 1/2 cup or 100 g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp vegan butter melted
Instructions
Prepare the Apple Cider:
- In a saucepan, heat the apple cider over medium heat. Simmer it until it reduces to about 1/4 cup (60 ml). Let it cool.
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) for both American and British metrics.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, mix together the reduced apple cider, almond milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures:
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fill the Donut Pan:
- Grease a donut pan and spoon the batter into a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner cut off. Pipe the batter evenly into the donut molds.
Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Prepare the Coating:
- In a shallow bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
Coat the Donuts:
- Once the donuts are cool enough to handle, brush them lightly with melted vegan
