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apple cider doughnut cake recipe - A golden brown apple cider doughnut cake with a sparkling cinnamon sugar crust on a wooden serving platter.

Apple Cider Doughnut Cake

A moist, spiced bundt cake that captures the flavor of a classic orchard cider doughnut, complete with a buttery cinnamon-sugar coating.

  • Total Time: PT1H15M
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups fresh apple cider (reduced to 1/2 cup)
3 cups all-purpose flour
1.5 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
For the topping: 4 tablespoons melted butter
For the topping: 1/2 cup granulated sugar mixed with 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Instructions

Step 1: Simmer 2 cups of apple cider in a small saucepan over medium heat for 20-30 minutes until reduced to 1/2 cup. Let it cool completely.
Step 2: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 10-12 cup bundt pan.
Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Step 4: In a large stand mixer bowl, cream the 1 cup of softened butter with the granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
Step 5: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 6: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the cooled cider reduction and sour cream. Start and end with the flour mixture.
Step 7: Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 8: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack. While still warm, brush with melted butter and coat heavily with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Notes

Always reduce the cider for the best flavor. Ensure all refrigerated ingredients are at room temperature before starting.

  • Prep Time: PT25M
  • Cook Time: PT50M
  • Category: Baked Goods
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 385 kcal
  • Sugar: 34g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: apple cider doughnut cake recipe, fall baking, bundt cake, apple cider, cinnamon sugar cake

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