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apple cider donut cake

Apple Cider Donut Cake with Cinnamon Topping

This moist apple cider donut cake is packed with autumn flavors, topped with a crunchy cinnamon-sugar topping for a perfect fall dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Apple cider
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp Ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/4 cup Cinnamon-sugar for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat the apple cider over medium heat until it reduces to about half its volume, approximately 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the reduced apple cider and milk. Mix until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. While the cake is baking, prepare the cinnamon-sugar topping by combining cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl.
  8. Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. While the cake is still warm, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar topping evenly over the top for a sweet, crunchy finish.
  10. Slice, serve, and enjoy your moist and flavorful apple cider donut cake!

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This cake is perfect for fall gatherings and can be made ahead of time. Store it in an airtight container for up to 3 days for the freshest taste.
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