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Crispy Spiced Apple Cider Donut Holes Easy Air Fryer Recipe

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These crispy, cinnamon-sugar-coated donut holes combine the warm flavors of fall with the convenience of an air fryer, delivering a tender, spiced treat without the mess of deep frying.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (240 g)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (150 g)
  • 1 cup apple cider (240 ml)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled (43 g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the coating:
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (100 g)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of ground ginger (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves (if using), salt, and granulated sugar until evenly combined. (5 minutes)
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the egg with apple cider, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. (3 minutes)
  3. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing. (3 minutes)
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes.
  5. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion about 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of dough per donut hole and roll lightly between your hands to form balls. (10 minutes)
  6. Place donut holes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each. Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. (10 minutes per batch)
  7. While cooking, mix ½ cup granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and a pinch of ground ginger (if using) in a small bowl.
  8. Toss warm donut holes in the cinnamon sugar coating using tongs or a fork. Let cool slightly on a rack or plate. (5 minutes)
  9. Repeat cooking and coating for remaining dough balls until all are done.

Notes

Preheat the air fryer for best crispiness. Keep dough slightly sticky to avoid dry, cakey donut holes. Roll donut holes immediately after cooking for best sugar coating adhesion. For a bolder apple flavor, simmer apple cider down to a syrup before adding. If air fryer basket sticks, lightly oil before cooking but avoid excess oil. Baking option: bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes.

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