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Baked Apple Pie Donuts

Baked Apple Pie Donuts: A Cozy Fall Treat for Everyone

These Baked Apple Pie Donuts are a delightful handheld treat capturing the essence of fall with comforting flavors of apple pie.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar consider using coconut sugar for a healthier alternative
  • ¼ cup Light Brown Sugar can be replaced with more granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder ensure it’s fresh for optimal rise
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon swap with nutmeg or apple pie spice for variety
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg feel free to omit if you're not a fan
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups Granny Smith Apples, finely diced try Honeycrisp or Fuji apples for a sweeter touch
  • 1 cup Buttermilk substitute with milk soured with vinegar or lemon juice
  • 2 large Eggs use flax eggs for a vegan option
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter, melted can be replaced with oil for dairy-free version
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract opt for non-alcoholic vanilla if preferred
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar substitute with stevia or erythritol for low-sugar alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Milk any dairy or plant-based milk will work

Equipment

  • Donut Pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Apple Pie Donuts
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 6-cavity donut pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. Whisk until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly frothy.
  4. Carefully fold the wet mixture into the dry mixture using a spatula. Once combined, gently fold in the diced apples.
  5. Transfer the batter into a piping bag and pipe it into the donut pans, filling them about three-quarters full.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the tops spring back when touched and are golden brown.
  7. Cool the donuts in the pan for about 5 minutes, then invert them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the milk for desired consistency.
  9. Once cooled, dip the tops of the donuts into the glaze, allowing excess to drip off. Let glaze set for a few minutes.
  10. Serve the donuts warm with coffee or apple cider and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Refrigerate for up to 4 days. Freeze without glaze for up to 1 month.

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