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Cozy Apple Cider Donut Muffins

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These cozy apple cider donut muffins are a warm, spiced treat coated in cinnamon sugar, perfect for fall mornings or a comforting snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 medium apple, peeled and finely chopped or grated
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease your muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat granulated sugar with melted butter until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in apple cider and vanilla extract to the wet mixture.
  5. Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients just until combined. Fold in the chopped or grated apple last.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. While baking, mix ½ cup granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
  9. When muffins are out of the oven, let cool for 5 minutes, then brush each with melted butter and roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  10. Let muffins cool completely on a rack before serving.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender. Use real apple cider, not concentrate or apple juice, for best flavor. Roll muffins in butter while warm for the signature cinnamon sugar crust. Adjust baking time based on your oven. Fresh apple adds texture and flavor but can be omitted or replaced with applesauce.

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