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Apple Cider Donut Cake

Apple Cider Donut Cake
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Indulge in the flavors of fall with this easy-to-make Apple Cider Donut Cake. This delightful dessert captures the essence of traditional apple cider donuts without the fuss of frying. Perfectly moist and infused with warm spices, this cake is ideal for gatherings, cozy evenings, or a sweet treat alongside your morning coffee. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal kitchen equipment required, you can whip up this seasonal favorite in no time. Whether served warm or at room temperature, each slice promises to deliver an irresistible taste that will leave everyone wanting more!

Ingredients

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  • 1–½ cups fresh apple cider
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, diced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup lightly packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup light olive oil
  • ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1–½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1–½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • Pinch allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • 1–¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon butter, at cool room temperature
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Butter or spray with oil a 9” square baking dish and line it with parchment paper long enough to hang over the sides.
  2. In a large saute pan, boil the apple cider until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Ensure you have ¾ cup remaining and add the diced butter to the hot cider, whisking until combined.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, sour cream, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, allspice, and salt.
  4. Slowly whisk the boiled cider mixture into the wet ingredients until well combined.
  5. Stir in all-purpose flour until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 22-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  7. Once baked, place the cake on a cooling rack for 5 minutes before topping it with butter, brushing it around as it melts.
  8. Mix together granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl and sprinkle it over the buttered surface.
  9. Remove the cake from the pan using parchment paper and let it cool on a rack until slightly warm before cutting into squares.

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