Description
Apple Cider Donut Cake is the perfect autumn treat, combining the warm spices of cinnamon with the natural sweetness of fresh apple cider. This moist, fluffy cake is topped with a delightful cinnamon-sugar crust, making it a crowd-pleaser for any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a cozy brunch or celebrating a festive occasion, this cake brings comforting fall flavors straight to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup apple cider (preferably fresh)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup brown sugar
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, and apple cider until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the greased pan and tap gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg