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Home > Quick & Easy > Guilt-Free Apple Cider Baked Donuts with Maple Glaze

Guilt-Free Apple Cider Baked Donuts with Maple Glaze

September 22, 2013 by Denise Browning 59 Comments / THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE SALES LINKS. PLEASE SEE MY _FULL DISCLOSURE POLICY_ FOR DETAILS


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Delish guilt-free mini baked donuts which are both easy and quick to prepare.

 

Apple Cider Baked Donuts with Maple Glaze on a platter

It is the first day of Fall, my fave season… I will be sharing with you a seasonal, guilt-free yet delish recipe: Apple Cider Baked Donuts with Maple Glaze.

 I have had these apple cider donuts for both breakfast and an snack… Oh, if you could only see the smile on my face — and my kids’ faces as well!!!

The recipe for these baked donuts has been adapted from Apple Cider and Cinnamon Baked Donuts by We Heart Vegan, the vegan blog that I have been assigned for this month.

Brittany, author of  We Heart Vegan, has a bachelor of science degree in food and nutrition and a mission to educate others on how “good vegan food can not only be healthy but also cheap and appealing to everyone.”

Visit her blog! It was a hard task for me to choose only one from among so many superb recipes.

Because I did not have coconut flour, egg replacer, and vegan butter in my pantry and fridge, I had to replace them with all-purpose flour, real eggs, and unsalted butter.

Instead of  tossing these baked donuts in a premixed mixture of cinnamon and sugar as Brittany did, I drizzled them with maple glaze.

Of course, you are welcome to try both my guilt-free donuts or Brittany’s vegan apple cider and cinnamon baked donuts.

 Although my donuts are not vegan, they are guilt-free (small and baked which means they are both lower in calories and less fattening). I’d love to have your feedback!!

Enjoy the season and many of our fall goodies such as these Apple Cider Baked Donuts and our Candied Sweet Potatoes Cupcakes with Toasted Marshmallow Topping.

Happy Fall!!!

HOW TO MAKE GUILT-FREE APPLE CIDER BAKED DONUTS

Preheat oven to 350 º F (177 º C).

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sea salt, and cinnamon. In a small separate bowl, whisk the egg. Set both aside.

In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the apple cider, sugar and butter, stirring often, until butter has just melted.

Remove from heat, let cool for 2 minutes, and stir in the apple cider vinegar, vanilla, and whisked egg.

Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry; stir well with a whisker until combined and almost no lumps are visible.

(SEE REST OF THE BAKED DONUTS RECIPE BELOW)

 

Apple Cider Baked Donuts with Maple Glaze. over a napkin with milk on the side

OTHER APPLE TREATS:

  • Fried Apple Cobbler Bars
  • Apple Spice Baked Oatmeal
  • Salted Caramel Apple Cider 
  • Ruby Apple Pie
  • Apple Almond Skillet Cake

 

mini baked donuts in a platter with an apple on the side
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Guilt-Free Apple Cider Baked Donuts with Maple Glaze

Delicious, guilt-free mini baked donuts which are both easy and quick to prepare.
Course:Snack
Cuisine:American
Keywords:apple cider donuts, baked donuts, donuts recipes, guilt-free donuts, snack recipes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 26
Calories66 kcal
Author Denise Browning
Cost $ 0.33 per donut

Equipment

  • oven

Ingredients

  • For the Apple Cider Baked Donuts:
  • 1 cup and 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup fresh apple cider
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • For the Maple Glaze:
  • 1-1/4 cups confectioner's sugar
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon dark corn syrup or Karo
  • 1/2 tablespoon water
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon maple flavoring optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 º F (177 º C).
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sea salt, and cinnamon. In a small separate bowl, whisk the egg. Set both aside.
  • In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the apple cider, sugar and butter, stirring continuously until butter has just melted. Remove from heat, let cool for 2 minutes, and stir in the apple cider vinegar, vanilla, and whisked egg. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry; stir well with a whisker until combined and almost no lumps are visible.
  • Using a tablespoon or a cookie scooper, spoon/scoop batter into a donut pan (3/4 full). Bake in the oven for 12-14 minutes (standard-size, yielding about 6 donuts) or for 6-7 minutes (mini baked donuts, yielding about 26), or until light brown and cooked through. Let cool for 2-3 minutes on a rack. Then, remove baked donuts from pan and place them directly on a rack to cool completely before dipping into glaze.
  • For the Maple Glaze: Whisk everything together in a small bowl until smooth. Set rack of donuts over a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Dip the top of the baked donuts into the maple glaze, turning to coat well. Let baked donuts rest on rack until glaze sets.

Nutrition

Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 25mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 63IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Raymund

    September 23, 2013 at 2:20 am

    Honestly I wanna grab those donuts out of my screen.

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 2:12 pm

      Thanks, Raymund!

      Reply
  2. Karen

    September 23, 2013 at 2:40 am

    What a FAB autumn recipe and so delectable to look at! Hi! I am new to group C and am enjoying doing the rounds this morning! Karen

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 6:19 pm

      Welcome to group C!!! I am happy that you have enjoyed my treat, Karen!

      Reply
  3. Lynne @ 365 Days of Baking & More

    September 23, 2013 at 4:20 am

    Perfect for a Fall morning. I so want these for breakfast now!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 6:20 pm

      Oh, Lynne! They are great for breakfast — and as an afternoon treat as well.

      Reply
  4. Heather

    September 23, 2013 at 7:25 am

    Now that’s what I call breakfast! 🙂 perhaps well have to make some of these this week.. My kids love their donuts and I usually make a lot to freeze for ahead of time as it is a great snack to quickly defrost and eat !

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 2:46 pm

      It sounds a great plan, Heather!

      Reply
  5. Rhonda

    September 23, 2013 at 7:27 am

    I remember when I got We Heart Vegan, I was petrified because I’m a big carnivore. Ended up loving their recipes. The donuts look amazing, wish I had one for breakfast right now.

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 6:21 pm

      We Heart Vegan has great recipes. It was hard for me to decide for only one.

      Reply
  6. A Couple in the Kitchen

    September 23, 2013 at 8:26 am

    The perfect recipe to welcome fall. And they’re beautiful!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 6:22 pm

      Thank you!!!! Enjoy!

      Reply
  7. Cate @ Chez CateyLou

    September 23, 2013 at 8:28 am

    I just bought a donut pan and can’t get enough donut recipes! This looks like a great one, I can’t wait to try it!! So perfect for this fall weather!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 2:41 pm

      Thanks, Cate, Please, try this recipe. You won’t regret it.

      Reply
  8. Erin @ Making Memories

    September 23, 2013 at 8:47 am

    Your donuts look heavenly! Perfect for fall. We just love anything maple so these sound perfect. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 6:23 pm

      Thanks, Erin!

      Reply
  9. Deanna Segrave-Daly

    September 23, 2013 at 8:48 am

    I’ve held off on all the apple & pumpkin recipes because I’m a summer girl (plus 80 degree weather and still getting tomatoes and zucchini in my CSA share wanted me to enjoy summer to the very end.) But now I’m ready and this will probably be the very first apple recipe I make for the season – pinning right now!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 6:24 pm

      Thanks, Deanna! I hope you make this recipe in a near future…It is a good one. Thanks also for sharing it!

      Reply
  10. Our Eating Habits

    September 23, 2013 at 9:14 am

    What a perfect fall treat!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 2:36 pm

      Thank you! My family and I really loved these donuts. They were gone in a blink of an eye.

      Reply
  11. Shashi @ http://runninsrilankan.com

    September 23, 2013 at 9:26 am

    Loving the flavors of these baked donuts! And that maple glaze – I think I could drink it with a straw!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 2:32 pm

      Oh, Shashi!Thanks so much…

      Reply
  12. chelsy

    September 23, 2013 at 9:58 am

    These look ahhhhhhhmazing! I need one stat!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 2:32 pm

      Thanks so much for stopping by, Chelsy!

      Reply
  13. Abbe@This is How I Cook

    September 23, 2013 at 10:24 am

    I want one now!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 2:28 pm

      I wish you could give you two, Abbe… 🙂

      Reply
  14. Ash-foodfashionparty

    September 23, 2013 at 10:24 am

    I am getting on it asap. These are some delicious looking donuts.

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 2:24 pm

      Thanks, Ash!

      Reply
  15. Chris

    September 23, 2013 at 12:17 pm

    These look like irresistible bites of autumn goodness! I have peach cider in the fridge from a local orchard I believe I am going to try these with. Since the warm weather is not entertaining the whole “it’s fall”, I will have to try them twice….once with the peach and once with apple. Brilliant choice!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 2:24 pm

      Thanks a lot, Chris, for both stopping by and your sweet words. I hope you try this recipe. It became a family favorite.

      Reply
  16. Nik@ABrownTable

    September 23, 2013 at 1:26 pm

    What pretty looking donuts, I love the cider glaze idea!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 23, 2013 at 2:19 pm

      Thanks, Nik! They are a comfort treat for sure.

      Reply
  17. Beth

    September 23, 2013 at 6:51 pm

    Those donuts look amazing!

    Reply
  18. Lisa {AuthenticSuburbanGourmet}

    September 23, 2013 at 9:16 pm

    What a perfect donut to celebrate the entrance of the fall season! Glad to be part of SRC group C with you.

    Reply
  19. Karen - Cinnamon Freud

    September 23, 2013 at 9:31 pm

    Oh my this looks amazing. Apples and donuts- and a glaze? Perfect for fall.

    Reply
  20. cquek

    September 23, 2013 at 11:34 pm

    I should never have read this before lunch!!!

    Reply
  21. Kumar's Kitchen

    September 24, 2013 at 12:44 am

    such an elegant and perfect way to welcome autumn….love those cute donuts 🙂

    Reply
  22. Sugar et al

    September 24, 2013 at 6:31 am

    I want them NOW! Spring or Fall, I know I could eat at least 10 a day. Just gorgeous!

    Reply
  23. Liz

    September 24, 2013 at 10:13 am

    Perfect treat to user in the fall! Your donuts look delish!!!

    Reply
  24. Deb

    September 24, 2013 at 1:28 pm

    I like your thinking Denise! I’ll gladly have an Apple Cider Baked Donut with the fabulous Maple Glaze for both breakfast and snack time! An irresistible recipe to welcome fall!

    Reply
  25. Daniela

    September 24, 2013 at 1:43 pm

    What a delicious way to welcome the new season,Denise.
    The Apple Cider donuts look so appetizing by just looking at the pictures and I’m sure they taste even better:)

    Reply
  26. Margaret

    September 24, 2013 at 1:51 pm

    I just happen to have some cider in my fridge. Coincidence? I dont’ think so!! These look soooo tasty.

    Reply
  27. Juliana

    September 24, 2013 at 2:58 pm

    Wow Denise…these little treats look delicious, I love the combination of apple cider and the spiced glaze…they are gorgeous…I can only imagine the face of your girls looking at these donuts…
    Have a wonderful week my dear 😀

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 24, 2013 at 4:39 pm

      Tank you, Juliana! Likewise.

      Reply
  28. Mi Vida en un Dulce

    September 25, 2013 at 5:39 pm

    I do not used to make donuts because the grease, and each time I see a recipe of baked donuts I only wish the pan…!!!

    Reply
  29. Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious

    September 27, 2013 at 1:40 pm

    I could totally use this for breakfast right now!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 27, 2013 at 3:39 pm

      Chung-Ah:
      It’s so good to have your visit. I enjoy eat them anytime of the day. Although delish, they are not too sweet. They go well at breakfast time for sure!

      Reply
  30. Nami | Just One Cookbook

    September 29, 2013 at 8:32 pm

    After I make baked donuts for the first time this year I’m a true believer in delicious baked donuts! This apple cider donuts sounds AMAZING, and lovely combination with the maple glaze. Drool…

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      September 30, 2013 at 7:51 am

      Thanks, Nami! It was my first time baking donuts as well…I loved it so much that I intend to make them again and again.

      Reply
  31. sallybr

    October 1, 2013 at 8:40 am

    Wow, donuts intimidate me to no end! What a beautiful post, and absolutely great job making these beauties!

    Reply
  32. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com

    October 2, 2013 at 1:18 am

    What a coincidence!! I made apple cider donuts tonight!! And they are not nearly as delectable as yours 🙂

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      October 2, 2013 at 7:36 am

      Kiran: I am sure that yours are to die for, as everything that you make in the kitchen. xx

      Reply
  33. Candy

    October 3, 2013 at 11:07 pm

    The donuts you gave me were just delicious! Thank you! Thank you! I am so happy that you have shared the recipe! Now I must get the mini donut pan and make some for my husband and sons. They will love them too! ~Loving your blog! 🙂

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      October 4, 2013 at 7:33 am

      Mrs. Miller: What a great surprise!!! Thank you for stopping by. I am glad to know that you enjoyed the donuts so much that you intend to make them for your family. Have a happy weekend!

      Reply
  34. Jenny

    November 29, 2013 at 8:05 am

    Love these! These donuts were so delicious! I am so excited that I discovered your blog. I can’t wait to try more recipes. Thank you for letting us sample.

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      November 29, 2013 at 8:37 am

      Thank you, Mrs. Jeske, for stopping by. I am glad that you enjoyed these donuts.

      Reply
  35. Paula B.

    October 4, 2015 at 7:59 am

    We have a Fall gathering coming up and the hostess was searching for an apple cider donut recipe so I am sending her this one. It looks straightforward and so yummy. Living here in New England, we will love the addition of the maple glaze, oh my! Found this on Pinterest and had to stop by and comment. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Denise Browning

      October 4, 2015 at 4:08 pm

      Hi, Paula!
      Thank you for stopping by. This recipe is pretty easy to make and yummy –a real family favorite! I hope y’all enjoy these donuts and have a very happy season.

      Reply

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