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Apple Cider Donut Cake

Apple Cider Donut Cake
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with this easy-to-make Apple Cider Donut Cake. Bursting with the rich essence of fresh apple cider and warm spices, this cake transforms the traditional donut experience into a simple snack that everyone can enjoy. Perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings at home, it offers a beautiful golden-brown exterior topped with a sugary cinnamon glaze. Minimal cleanup and versatile serving options make it an ideal choice for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon treat. Celebrate autumn with every bite of this scrumptious cake!

Ingredients

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  • 1–½ cups fresh apple cider
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, diced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup lightly packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup light olive oil
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1–¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1–½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1–½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • Pinch allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter, at cool room temperature
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9-inch square baking dish by greasing and lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a sauté pan, boil the fresh apple cider until reduced by half; whisk in diced butter until melted.
  3. In a bowl, mix eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, olive oil, sour cream, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, and salt until smooth.
  4. Whisk in the reduced cider mixture; gently fold in flour until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 22–25 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Let cool slightly; spread melted butter on top and sprinkle with a mix of sugar and cinnamon before cutting into squares.

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