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Cozy Apple Cider Donut Muffins Easy Homemade Recipe with Cinnamon Sugar Coating

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These apple cider donut muffins feature a tender crumb and a cozy cinnamon sugar coating, delivering a nostalgic donut feel with a subtle tang from reduced apple cider. Perfect for fall mornings or any time you want a comforting, quick treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) apple cider, preferably fresh or good quality store-bought, reduced to about 1/4 cup (60 ml)
  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Cinnamon Sugar Coating: 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar mixed with 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of apple cider into a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer gently until reduced to about 1/4 cup (60 ml), about 15–20 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter until smooth and creamy.
  5. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and reduced apple cider. Mix until fully incorporated.
  6. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined; a few lumps are okay.
  7. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  8. Bake for 18–22 minutes, checking at 18 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
  10. While still warm (not hot), roll each muffin in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat.
  11. Enjoy warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Notes

Reduce apple cider slowly over medium heat to avoid burning and bitterness. Avoid overmixing batter to keep muffins tender. Coat muffins with cinnamon sugar while warm but not hot to ensure coating sticks well. If batter is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk to loosen slightly. Store muffins with wax paper between layers to keep coating fresh. Muffins freeze well when wrapped individually.

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