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Apple Cider Doughnut Holes Recipe
Faiza Shabir

Apple Cider Doughnut Holes Recipe

These Apple Cider Doughnut Holes are soft, tender, and bursting with warm apple cider flavor.Cinnamon, nutmeg, and apple cider create a cozy fall-inspired treat in every bite.They’re finished with melted butter and cinnamon sugar for a sweet, irresistible coating.Perfect for breakfast, brunch, parties, or an easy autumn snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 Doughnut Holes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup apple cider
  • ¼ cup buttermilk
  • Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, melted butter, egg, vanilla, apple cider, and buttermilk.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir just until combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the doughnut holes are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  8. Combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
  9. Brush each warm doughnut hole lightly with melted butter.
  10. Roll the doughnut holes in the cinnamon sugar until evenly coated.
  11. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use fresh apple cider for the best flavor.
  • Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the doughnut holes soft and tender.
  • Coat the doughnut holes while they are still slightly warm so the cinnamon sugar sticks well.
  • Add a pinch of ground cloves or allspice for extra fall spice.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • For a richer apple flavor, reduce the apple cider slightly before adding it to the batter.

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