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Crispy Baked Maple Glazed Apple Cider Donut Holes

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These crispy baked donut holes combine the warm flavors of apple cider and cozy spices with a sweet maple glaze, offering a light, tender treat perfect for fall mornings or coffee breaks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ cup (75g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • ½ cup (100g) packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ¾ cup (180ml) pure apple cider
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup (60ml) pure maple syrup
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your donut hole pan or mini muffin tin well with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk melted unsalted butter with packed brown sugar until smooth. Add egg, apple cider, and vanilla extract, whisking until fully blended.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared pan, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
  6. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and edges are lightly golden.
  7. Let the donut holes cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. While still warm, toss them gently in granulated sugar.
  8. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine powdered sugar and maple syrup. Stir constantly until smooth and slightly warmed, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
  9. Dip each sugared donut hole into the warm maple glaze, letting excess drip off. Place back on the cooling rack to set.
  10. Allow the glaze to set for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep donut holes tender. Coat donut holes in granulated sugar while warm for a crispy crust before glazing. Use fresh apple cider for best flavor. Cool on a wire rack to maintain crispness. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend. For vegan, use flax egg and plant-based butter.

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