Apple Cider Doughnut Cake
Indulge in the warmth of autumn with this delightful Apple Cider Doughnut Cake. Moist and flavorful, it marries the sweet notes of apple cider and fragrant cinnamon, creating a comforting dessert perfect for any occasion. Topped with a cinnamon sugar mixture and a luscious apple cider glaze, this cake captures the essence of fall in every bite. Whether served at brunch or as an after-dinner treat, it’s sure to become a favorite among friends and family. Easy to make and versatile, enjoy it on its own or with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an elevated dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box Yellow cake mix or Spice Cake Mix
- 1 cup apple cider
- ½ cup applesauce (cinnamon flavor preferred)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ¼ tsp cinnamon (more if you like it really cinnamony!)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon (for topping)
- ¼ cup sugar (for topping)
- ¼ cup melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, apple cider, applesauce, and eggs until blended.
- Stir in cinnamon, brown sugar, and vanilla until well mixed.
- Grease a bundt pan and pour in the batter.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes before transferring from the pan.
- Brush with melted butter and coat with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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