Apple Cider Donuts is made with flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg; air fry at 350°F for 10 minutes to serve 8. 230 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
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Steps
- 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.
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 Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 10 minutes vs ~17 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🫒Uses up to 80% less oil than deep frying, bringing this down to 230 calories per serving.
- ✨Achieves the same golden, crispy texture without submerging food in oil.
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