Delicious Homemade Apple Cider Doughnuts

Indulge in a batch of homemade Apple Cider Doughnuts that are moist, cake-like, and bursting with the flavors of freshly pressed apple cider and warm autumn spices. These doughnuts are perfectly sweet and spiced, making them a cozy treat for any fall morning or afternoon. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these doughnuts are best enjoyed with a cup of hot apple cider or a steaming mug of coffee. Follow this classic recipe to bring the taste of the apple orchard right into your kitchen.

Ingredients

• 2 cups apple cider
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Directions

1. Pour the apple cider into a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat until reduced to 1/2 cup. Set aside and let cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until well combined.
4. Add the eggs to the butter and sugar mixture, one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
5. Stir in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and reduced apple cider.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
7. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight if desired.
8. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
9. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a 1/2-inch thickness.
10. Cut out doughnut shapes using a doughnut cutter or a round biscuit cutter and a smaller round cookie cutter to create the doughnut hole.
11. Carefully drop the doughnuts into the hot oil, frying them in small batches for about 2 minutes per side or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil.
12. Repeat the frying process until all doughnuts are cooked.
13. Once the doughnuts have cooled slightly, dust them with powdered sugar. Serve warm or at room temperature.
14. Enjoy these irresistible Apple Cider Doughnuts as a delightful treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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