Description
Indulge in the warmth of fall with this delightful Apple Cider Donut Cake. This moist bundt cake, infused with rich apple cider and cozy spices, captures the essence of autumn in every bite. Topped with a sweet apple cider glaze and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, it’s perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or a comforting dessert any day of the week. Whether paired with coffee or served as a show-stopping centerpiece, this cake promises to be a favorite among both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ¼ teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 ½ sticks unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 ½ cups brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 4 eggs (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup apple cider (for batter)
- Additional ingredients for glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup bundt pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg; set aside.
- In a stand mixer bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy (about 3–5 minutes).
- Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition along with vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients followed by apple cider until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared bundt pan and bake for 40–50 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, prepare the glaze by reducing apple cider in a saucepan until thickened.
- Brush warm cake with glaze and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar mixture before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg