Applesauce Donuts

Applesauce Donuts

6 servings
These baked applesauce donuts are coated with cinnamon sugar and so incredibly good! One of my all-time favorite apple desserts.

Ingredients

  • all-purpose flour
    1 c
  • baking powder
    ¾ tsp
  • ground cinnamon
    ½ tsp
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • unsalted butter

    at room temperature

    4 tbsp
  • brown sugar
    ¼ c
  • granulated sugar
    2 tbsp
  • egg

    at room temperature

    1 large
  • vanilla extract
    ½ tsp
  • unsweetened applesauce
    ⅓ c
  • milk
    3 tbsp
  • granulated sugar
    ⅓ c
  • cinnamon
    ½ tsp
  • unsalted butter

    melted

    1 tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F.

  2. 2

    Lightly grease a 6-hole donut pan with extra butter. Set aside.

  3. 3

    In a bowl combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Using an electric mixer, beat the butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar until creamy.

  5. 5

    Add the egg, vanilla extract, applesauce and milk and beat until combined.

  6. 6

    Add the flour mixture and beat until smooth.

  7. 7

    Spoon the batter into a large piping bag and pipe the batter into the donut cavities.

  8. 8

    Bake for 18- 22 minutes, or until toothpick comes out clean and donuts are set.

  9. 9

    Remove the pan from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.

  10. 10

    Gently remove the donuts from the pan.

  11. 11

    To make the coating, in a small bowl combine combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon.

  12. 12

    Brush each donuts with melted butter and coat in spiced sugar.

Applesauce Donuts

Applesauce Donuts

40 min6 servings275 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a cozy, comforting dessert that tastes like autumn in every bite? These baked applesauce donuts, coated generously in cinnamon sugar, are an absolute delight, offering pure warmth and nostalgia. This recipe brings the beloved apple dessert straight to your kitchen with ease.

These baked applesauce donuts stand out by delivering a truly comforting experience without the mess of deep-frying. The careful balance of unsweetened applesauce, brown sugar, and room-temperature butter and egg creates a remarkably tender, moist crumb. This combination ensures a consistently delicious texture that's light and satisfying, making it one of the best apple desserts you'll encounter.

Imagine a soft, cake-like donut, warm from the oven, with a delicate apple flavor that's perfectly complemented by a sweet, aromatic cinnamon sugar crust. Each bite offers a comforting balance of tender interior and satisfying exterior, culminating in that irresistible sugary crunch. These donuts are surprisingly simple to make, yielding six delightful servings at 275 calories each, perfect for sharing or a special personal treat.

Feel free to customize these delicious treats to your liking. While unsweetened applesauce is key for balancing the sweetness, you could experiment with a spiced applesauce for an extra layer of flavor. Instead of the cinnamon sugar coating, try a simple vanilla glaze made from powdered sugar and milk for a different finish. For a dairy-free option, plant-based milk and butter alternatives can often be substituted.

These baked applesauce donuts are perfect for a special breakfast, an afternoon pick-me-up with coffee or tea, or as a cozy dessert after a family meal. Serve them slightly warm for the ultimate comfort food experience.

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