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Apple Cider Donut Muffins Recipe

Apple Cider Donut Muffins Recipe

Apple Cider Donut Muffins Recipe is perfect for cozy mornings and sweet cravings. These muffins taste like classic fall donuts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Dessert / Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the topping:
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • These Ingredients for Apple Cider Donut Muffins create soft and flavorful muffins. Every ingredient has a purpose.

Instructions
 

Reduce the Apple Cider

  • Pour apple cider into a small saucepan. Simmer on medium heat for 10 minutes. Let it reduce and cool completely.

Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with liners or grease it well.

Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg until fully combined.

Mix Wet Ingredients

  • In another bowl, whisk melted butter, oil, brown sugar and white sugar until smooth and creamy.

Add Eggs and Yogurt

  • Add eggs one at a time. Mix well after each. Stir in yogurt, vanilla, and cooled cider.

Combine Wet and Dry

  • Slowly add dry ingredients into wet mixture. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix the batter.

Fill Muffin Cups

  • Divide batter evenly into muffin cups. Fill each about three-quarters full for perfect rise and shape.

Bake the Muffins

  • Bake for 16 to 18 minutes. Insert a toothpick in center. It should come out clean.

Cool Slightly

  • Let muffins cool for five minutes in pan. Then transfer to a cooling rack.

Prepare Cinnamon Sugar

  • Mix sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Melt butter in another bowl for coating.

Coat the Muffins

  • Brush warm muffins with melted butter. Roll them in cinnamon sugar until fully coated.

Serve and Enjoy

  • Serve warm for best taste. Enjoy your homemade Apple Cider Donut Muffins Recipe with tea or coffee.
  • Now you know exactly How to make Apple Cider Donut Muffins step by step.

Notes

    • Always reduce apple cider for strong flavor.
    • Do not overmix batter. It makes muffins dense.
    • Use room temperature eggs for better mixing.
    • Add small apple chunks for extra texture.
    • Replace yogurt with sour cream if needed.
    • Add a pinch of cloves for deeper spice flavor.
    • Use whole wheat flour for a healthier version.
    • Drizzle caramel sauce on top for extra sweetness.
    • Make mini muffins and reduce baking time.
    • Store cinnamon sugar separately if making ahead.
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