Baked Apple Donuts
Baked Apple Donuts are a delightful treat with warm flavors of cinnamon and apples, providing a healthier twist on traditional fried donuts. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, these donuts are easy to make and deliciously sweet.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 large egg
Add-ins
- 1 cup diced apples
Topping
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix the applesauce, buttermilk, melted butter, and egg until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the diced apples.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
Baking
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the donuts are baking, mix the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl for the topping.
- Allow the donuts to cool for a few minutes before coating them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Serving
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Make sure not to overmix the batter; mix just until combined for airy donuts. For added texture, use different types of apples or include nuts in the batter. For a festive touch, add a drizzle of icing or caramel sauce.