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Apple Cider Donut Cake

Apple Cider Donut Cake
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Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with our Apple Cider Donut Cake. This delightful dessert captures the essence of classic apple cider donuts while offering an effortless baking experience. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and allspice, this cake is moist, sweet, and can be enjoyed at any time of day—whether as a breakfast treat, an afternoon snack, or a dessert to share with friends. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, you can whip up this nostalgic cake in no time. The warm aromas of apple cider and spices will fill your kitchen, making it an irresistible addition to your seasonal gatherings.

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 or Greek yogurt
  • 1–½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1–½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • Pinch allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • 1–¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon butter, at cool room temperature
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare a 9-inch square baking dish by greasing it and lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a saucepan, boil fresh apple cider until reduced by half (about 5 minutes). Measure to ensure ¾ cup remains, then stir in diced cold butter until melted.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, sugars, olive oil, sour cream, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
  4. Gradually mix in the reduced cider mixture until combined.
  5. Fold in the flour gently until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 22-25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool slightly before topping with melted butter and a cinnamon-sugar mixture.

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