Apple Cider Donut Cake
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this delightful Apple Cider Donut Cake. This easy-to-make dessert captures the essence of traditional apple cider donuts with a moist, spiced cake that’s perfect for any occasion. With warm notes of cinnamon and a hint of allspice, each slice is like a cozy hug on a plate. Whether you’re enjoying it on a busy weeknight or sharing it at family gatherings, this cake is sure to impress and satisfy. Plus, it’s simple enough for beginner bakers to master!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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 brown sugar
- 1/3 cup light olive oil
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9” square baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a sauté pan, boil fresh apple cider until reduced by half (about 5 minutes). Measure out ¾ cup after cooling slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, sugars, olive oil, sour cream, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, and salt until well combined.
- Stir in the reduced cider and gently fold in the flour until just mixed.
- Pour into the prepared dish and bake for 22 to 25 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for five minutes before topping with room-temperature butter and sprinkling with cinnamon sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (85g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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