Description
Indulge in these bakery-style gluten-free apple cider donuts, featuring a dense, tender cake-like crumb and a vibrant, concentrated apple flavor. By reducing the apple cider, we capture the essence of fall harvests in every bite. Finished with a classic cinnamon-sugar coating, these warm, spiced treats are perfectly structured for a satisfying texture without the use of any wheat. Ideal for gatherings or a cozy weekend treat, these donuts deliver orchard-fresh quality right from your kitchen.
Ingredients
2 cups unfiltered apple cider
2.5 cups gluten-free flour blend (with xanthan gum)
2 tsp baking powder
1.5 tbsp ground cinnamon (split usage)
0.5 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled
0.5 tsp salt
Neutral frying oil for deep frying
0.5 cup granulated sugar for coating
Instructions
Pour apple cider into a small saucepan over medium-high heat and boil until reduced to 0.5 cups, then cool completely.
Whisk together gluten-free flour, baking powder, 1 tsp cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
In a separate container, combine the cooled cider reduction, melted butter, brown sugar, and egg.
Mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until a thick dough forms.
Chill the dough for at least one hour to ensure proper flour hydration.
Heat neutral frying oil in a deep pot to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Pipe the chilled dough into the hot oil in donut shapes and fry until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels and toss immediately in a mixture of granulated sugar and remaining cinnamon.
Notes
Ensure your gluten-free flour blend contains xanthan gum, as it is essential for binding the dough without gluten. The chilling step is mandatory to keep the donuts from falling apart during frying. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Baking
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg