Imagine biting into a warm, fluffy donut that captures the essence of classic apple pie – crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and bursting with sweet cinnamon-apple goodness. These irresistible Apple Pie Cinnamon Sugar Donuts are about to become your new obsession, transforming an ordinary morning or afternoon into a delectable celebration of flavors that will make your taste buds dance with joy!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 donuts
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup apple pie filling, chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cavity donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix. Fold in the chopped apple pie filling until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a large zip-top bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe the batter evenly into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean and the tops are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
- Carefully remove donuts from the pan and place on a wire rack.
- In a shallow dish, mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon for the coating.
- While the donuts are still warm, gently roll each donut in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Serve warm and enjoy the apple pie-inspired donuts immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and optimal texture.
- Don't overmix the batter – this can lead to tough, dense donuts. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For the most even coating, roll donuts in cinnamon-sugar while they're still warm.
- Use a piping bag or zip-top bag for precise and mess-free batter distribution in the donut pan.
- Check donuts early – ovens can vary, so start checking at 15 minutes to prevent overcooking.
- For extra apple flavor, use high-quality, chunky apple pie filling.
- Store any leftover donuts in an airtight container and consume within 2 days for maximum freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 75mg
