Golden brown, sugar-dusted, and bursting with apple flavor—these apple cider donut holes are everything a fall morning calls for. Made with reduced apple cider and cozy spices, they’re perfectly poppable and ready in under 30 minutes. Serve them warm with coffee or cider for a comforting breakfast or dessert that’ll have everyone reaching for more.
Apple Cider Donut Holes: Irresistibly Cozy Fall Treats
These apple cider donut holes are soft, tender, and infused with warm fall spices and real apple cider. They’re the ultimate mini treat for chilly mornings or cozy gatherings. Coated in cinnamon sugar and packed with seasonal flavor, they’re easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Whether you’re baking them for breakfast, a fall party, or just because—you’ll love their soft texture and irresistible taste.
Ingredients
Method
- Simmer apple cider until reduced to 1/4 cup. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk melted butter, both sugars, egg, buttermilk, vanilla, and reduced cider.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients just until mixed—don’t overmix.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F.
- Drop batter by spoonfuls and fry until golden, about 2 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and toss in cinnamon sugar while still warm.