gluten free apple cider donuts are the ultimate fall treat. these donuts are easy to make, use simple ingredients and are absolutely delicious.
one of my favorite parts and the best parts of fall is apple cider donuts. they are the perfect fall treat...especially if you buy them hot and fresh at the farm!
my family goes apple picking ever year and i always look forward to getting that warm apple cider donut. the worst part? waiting in the line to get it.
this gluten free apple cider donut recipe was inspired by that long wait in line. with this recipe, i can make these donuts any time i want right at home.
skip the line and let's make these donuts!
main ingredients
- gluten free flour
- butter
- sugar
- apple
- apple cider
- baking powder
- baking soda
- cinnamon
- nutmeg
what is so special about apple cider donuts?
it seems to be the most talked about fall treat every time the leaves start to change color. but what makes them so special?
whether you fry or bake these donuts, what makes them special are the apple chunks and delicious cinnamon sugar crispness in every bite.
how to make apple cider donuts
- the first thing you want to do is preheat the oven so that it is ready when you're done making the batter.
- now let's start by prepping the ingredients! you will want to start by dicing the apples.
- get the rest of the ingredients together, measuring them out and combining them all together to make the batter.
- using a piping bag or spoon, fill the donut pan until the batter just goes to the top.
- bake the donuts
- once done baking, let the donuts cool for 10 minutes.
- coat with cinnamon and sugar and transfer the donuts to a cooling rack
- last, but definitely not least... eat, share and enjoy these tasty donuts!
frequently asked questions
you can swap gluten free flour for regular all purpose
i would suggest swapping the butter for coconut oil or a similar vegan butter such as earth balance or miyoko's. however, keep in mind that i have not tested the recipe with these products and it may affect the final result.
yes, the apple cider is necessary in this recipe and adds more delicious flavor!
yes! just double the amount of each ingredients.
store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refridgerator for up to 5 days.
related recipes perfect for fall
- vegan apple cider donuts
- pumpkin baked oats without eggs
- healthier spiced apple crumble (single serving)
- easy buckwheat pumpkin bread
- bakery style pumpkin muffins
- gluten free apple crisp (COMING SOON! - sign up to my newsletter to get it asap)
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gluten free apple cider donuts
Ingredients
donuts
- 1 cup gluten free flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tbsp butter or coconut oil melted
- ¼ cup brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup almond milk
- ¼ cup apple cider
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 small apples diced in small chunks
cinnamon sugar coating
- ¼ cup butter melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and spray the donut pan with nonstick spray
- in a large mixing bowl combine the sugars with the butter, almond milk, apple cider, vanilla extract
- mix until fully combined
- fold in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and nutmeg until fully combined
- add the small chunks of apples and fold into the batter
- using a piping bag or spoon, add the batter into the donut pan
- bake for 10-12 minutes or until donuts are fluffy with the edges lightly browned
- transfer the donuts to a wired rack that is topped with parchment paper to cool
- let cool for about 10 minutes before coating
- combine the cinnamon and sugar together in a wide, shallow dish
- melt the butter in a wide and shallow dish
- dip the donuts into the butter then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture covering all sides
- these donuts are best enjoyed fresh!
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