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Apple Cider Donut Cake

Apple Cider Donut Cake
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of autumn with this easy-to-make Apple Cider Donut Cake. This moist and flavorful cake captures all the essence of your favorite seasonal treat without the fuss of frying donuts. With a perfect blend of fresh apple cider and warm spices, each slice offers a tender crumb that makes it suitable for any occasion—be it a cozy breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a festive dessert. Topped with a delicious cinnamon sugar sprinkle, this cake is sure to impress family and friends alike. Plus, it comes together quickly, making it a go-to recipe for busy bakers craving comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 cups fresh apple cider
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup light olive oil
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9” square baking dish and line with parchment paper.
  2. Reduce apple cider in a large sauté pan over medium heat until halved (about 5 minutes). Whisk in diced butter until melted.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix eggs, sugars, oil, sour cream, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
  4. Slowly whisk in the cider mixture until combined.
  5. Gently fold in flour until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 22-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Cool for 5 minutes before topping with melted butter and sprinkling with cinnamon sugar.
  8. Let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

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