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Apple Cider Donut Cake

Apple Cider Donut Cake
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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this delightful Apple Cider Donut Cake. This easy-to-make snack cake retains the essence of your favorite apple cider donuts without the hassle of frying. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it combines fresh apple cider with warm spices like cinnamon and allspice, creating a moist and flavorful dessert that everyone will adore. Bake it ahead of time and savor its deliciousness throughout the week. Whether enjoyed as an afternoon treat or a cozy dessert after dinner, this Apple Cider Donut Cake will fill your kitchen with inviting aromas while bringing family and friends together.

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 oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
  2. In a large sauté pan, boil fresh apple cider until reduced by half (about 5 minutes). Whisk in the cold butter until smooth.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, sugars, olive oil, sour cream, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, and salt.
  4. Gradually mix in the boiled cider mixture until well combined.
  5. Gently fold in the flour until just incorporated.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 22-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Let cool slightly before topping with melted butter and a cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  8. Cut into squares and enjoy!

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