Donut holes are irresistibly delicious treats – whether for breakfast, afternoon snacking, or dessert! Their delightful combination of cinnamon and nutmeg make each bite truly delectable!

The dough contains all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar and ground cinnamon; unsweetened applesauce provides moisture without adding excess fats.

The recipe can easily be tailored to meet your specific needs; simply switch out all-purpose flour for white, spelt or oat flour and opt for either granulated or no sugar substitutes as necessary.

Easy to make

Apple cider is ideal for these donuts, although any type of apple juice or plain apple sauce will work just as well. Sugar usage is optional – classic white sugar, sugar-free xylitol or unrefined coconut sugar would all work. By including additional sweeteners such as these granulated sweeteners in your mixture, your donuts will take on more of a bakery donut texture and taste.

These donuts use ingredients readily available in most kitchens. Their batter is easily mixed together in one bowl and ready for baking in under 30 minutes – plus their clean up is quick and simple, making this an excellent recipe choice for busy households.

Making these vegan-friendly donuts is easy by replacing the egg with flax egg or real egg; this will result in lighter, airier donuts. Furthermore, any neutral oil such as safflower or canola oil or even melted butter or coconut oil could be substituted as oil source for increased airiness and lighter texture.

For special occasions, these donuts can be personalized by topping them off with various decorations like colorful sprinkles or chopped walnuts. Add maple syrup or chocolate sauce for an extra sweet treat; or dip the donut holes in liquid flavors such as vanilla frosting or caramel sauce for an even sweeter touch!

Once your donuts have been cooked, they’re ready for coating in cinnamon sugar or served plain. You could also brush them with melted butter or fat-free cooking spray for extra shine; or store them for later using ziptop bags on either the countertop for up to 2 days, or in the fridge for 3-4.

To create these donuts, preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a mini muffin pan. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, kosher salt, cinnamon, and flour sifter; in another bowl whisk milk, sour cream, apple cider reduction together until thoroughly mixed; combine both wet mixtures into dry mixture until everything has been evenly mixed together.

Perfect for any occasion

If you’re in search of healthier homemade versions of those classic apple cider donuts you find at country stores during apple picking trips, these baked donut holes may just be what you’re searching for! Made with warm spices and baked instead of fried for added waistline benefits. Plus they contain far less sugar and fat than store-bought donuts!

This recipe is quick and simple to put together; all it requires is one mixing bowl and about 10 minutes for baking time! I recommend using real local apple cider, though regular apple juice will work as well if necessary. The most time consuming step in this recipe will likely be boiling down the apple cider to reduce its volume; though this step doesn’t need much hands-on attention!

Use either a regular mini muffin pan, or, for something truly festive this fall, an actual donut hole pan! They’re sure to be a hit at any party or gathering you host this season!

Perfect for breakfast

Start off autumn right by treating yourself to these fluffy gluten-free baked apple cider donut holes covered with sweet cinnamon sugar! This healthier homemade recipe tastes just like those you find at country stores after apple picking and can be assembled quickly in under 30 minutes using just one bowl for mixing!

Step one of this recipe requires you to reduce apple cider, which should take around 15-20 minutes but can be left cooking while you focus on other tasks. Step two involves mixing dry and wet ingredients before baking them in mini muffin pan.

Use butter, oil or melted coconut oil to grease the pan and bake for 8-10 minutes until ready. After they cool slightly they should be brushed with melted butter and coated in cinnamon sugar for extra crunch! These treats should keep for several days on either the countertop or refrigerator and can even be quickly heated in the microwave if you need a quick snack!

Perfect for dessert

When you need something sweet after dinner or want a cozy fall treat, these fluffy gluten-free baked apple cider donut holes are just what the doctor ordered! Made in mini muffin pans for quick baking times and ready to be enjoyed as soon as they’re out of the oven, brush with melted butter then roll in cinnamon sugar – these donut holes make an irresistibly delightful treat!

Homemade apple cider donuts offer healthier snack or dessert options than store-bought versions, boasting only 70 calories each and less fat and sugar content compared to store bought versions. Making them the ideal treat for all members of the family!

SunButter makes this recipe even healthier by adding extra flavor and moisture without making the donuts dry or greasy! I prefer flax eggs over real ones for maximum nutrition; both options work just as well! Additionally, this process takes under 30 minutes with only one mixing bowl needed! Authentic local apple cider works great as an addition but plain or apple juice works just as well.


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