Apple Cider Donuts
Apple Cider Donuts are made with apple cider, cinnamon, and nutmeg then rolled in cinnamon sugar; bake at 350°F for 10 minutes until tender and warmly spiced.
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Method
- 1
Whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- 2
In another bowl, mix sugar, egg, apple cider, melted butter, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry — don't overmix.
- 3
Spoon batter into a greased donut mold, filling 2/3 full.
- 4
Air fry at 350°F for 7-9 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- 5
Immediately brush warm donuts with melted butter and roll in cinnamon sugar. Serve warm.
Pro tip. Reduce 1 cup of apple cider to 1/3 cup on the stove for more intense apple flavor. Don't overmix the batter — lumps are fine. Overbaked donuts are dry; pull them slightly early.
Why the air fryer wins here
- Ready in 10 minutes. The same dish takes about 17 in a conventional oven, plus preheating.
- Uses a fraction of the oil of deep frying, which is how this comes in at 230 calories a serving.
- Cleanup is a basket, not a sheet pan and a splattered stovetop.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate perishable leftovers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Reheat leftovers to 165°F (74°C) throughout, measured with a food thermometer. USDA leftover safety guidance.
Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes rather than the microwave so the outside crisps back up. See the reheat guide for exact times by food.
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