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Apple Cider Donut Muffins

Cozy Apple Cider Donut Muffins to Warm Your Fall Mornings

Indulge in these cozy Apple Cider Donut Muffins, filled with rich flavors and perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 cup Apple Cider Use fresh cider for best results.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for GF options.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Essential leavening agent.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda Works with acidic apple cider.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Substitutable with ginger or cardamom.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Consider reducing for less sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar Use packed for optimal results.
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Applesauce Keeps muffins moist.
  • 2 large Eggs Use room temperature for better mixing.
  • 0.33 cup Vegetable Oil Helps maintain a tender texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor.
For the Topping
  • 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar For sweet crunch topping.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Mix with sugar for topping.

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or cooking spray.
  2. In a saucepan, boil 1 cup of apple cider and then simmer for 10-15 minutes until reduced to half.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, combine sugars, applesauce, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Mix in the cooled apple cider into the wet mixture.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Fill muffin cups about two-thirds full with the batter.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Mix together sugar and cinnamon for the topping.
  10. Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes, then sprinkle topping while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal results, mix gently and use fresh ingredients. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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