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Apple Donut Recipe

A delightful twist on traditional donuts, blending the sweetness of apples with warm spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups peeled and diced apples about 2 medium apples

Equipment

  • Donut pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease your donut pan with cooking spray or butter.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, mix the melted butter, buttermilk, and eggs until smooth.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the diced apples.
  7. Using a spatula or piping bag, fill each donut cavity about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let the donuts cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep them fresh longer.