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Crispy Brown Butter Apple Cider Donut Holes Easy Homemade Recipe with Cinnamon Sugar

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These crispy brown butter apple cider donut holes with cinnamon sugar are a quick and easy fall treat with a crunchy exterior and soft, tender inside, perfect for cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons (8g) baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon (2g) ground cinnamon, plus extra for coating
  • 1/4 teaspoon (0.5g) ground nutmeg, optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, browned and cooled
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) apple cider
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • For the cinnamon sugar coating:
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (6g) ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Melt 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and nutty, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together 2 cups (240g) flour, 2 teaspoons (8g) baking powder, 1 teaspoon (2g) cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon (0.5g) nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk 3/4 cup (150g) sugar with 1 large egg until smooth. Add browned butter, 1/2 cup (120ml) apple cider, and 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract; whisk until combined.
  4. Form batter: Gradually add wet mixture to dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Batter should be thick but smooth; add flour if too loose.
  5. Heat oil: Pour about 2 inches of vegetable oil into a saucepan and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry donut holes: Drop 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls of batter into hot oil using a scoop or spoon. Fry in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and puffed. Remove with slotted spoon.
  7. Drain and coat: Place donut holes on paper towels to drain excess oil. While warm, toss in cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.
  8. Serve warm: Enjoy fresh and warm. Store in airtight container up to 2 days.

Notes

Watch the brown butter carefully to avoid burning. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F (175°C) for crispy donut holes. Fry in small batches to keep oil temperature steady. Coat donut holes with cinnamon sugar while warm for best flavor. Batter should not be overmixed to keep donut holes tender. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and apple cider with almond milk. Gluten-free flour can be used but texture may vary.

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