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Baked Apple Donuts

Baked Apple Donuts are a delightful treat that combine apple and cinnamon flavors into a soft, pillowy dough, perfect for cozy gatherings or a weekend brunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour This creamy flour forms the base of the donuts, giving them structure and a lovely texture.
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt Enhances sweetness and balances the flavors.
  • ¾ teaspoon baking powder Leavening agent for perfect rise.
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda Helps achieve a soft, fluffy texture.
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar Adds rich molasses flavor.
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar Creates a glossy glaze.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients and adds moisture.
  • ¾ cup apple butter Provides warm, fruity sweetness.
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil Keeps the donuts moist.
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor.
  • 3 tablespoon pure maple syrup For the glaze sweetness.
For Greasing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Generously brush melted butter all over the cavities of your donut pan.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix the egg, apple butter, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Add brown sugar to the wet mixture, whisking until fully incorporated.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Baking
  1. Spoon about 3 ½ tablespoons of batter into each cavity of the prepared donut pan.
  2. Bake for about 10 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  3. Cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes, then flip onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Glazing
  1. Whisk maple syrup and powdered sugar until thick for the glaze.
  2. Dip one side of each cooled donut in the glaze, allowing excess to drip back.
  3. Let covered donuts rest until the glaze hardens.

Notes

For extra apple flavor, add chopped apples to the batter. For a cinnamon twist, add a sprinkle in the glaze. To store, place in an airtight container for up to three days at room temperature or freeze for up to a month.