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Mini Apple Cider Donut Muffins with Cinnamon Sugar Topping

A close-up view showing the crumb texture of a halved Mini Apple Cider Donut Muffin coated in cinnamon sugar.
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Bake these mini muffins to capture the flavor of apple cider donuts without frying. They feature a spiced cake base and a simple cinnamon sugar coating.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened apple cider
  • 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For Topping: 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • For Topping: 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • For Topping: 2 tablespoons melted butter, for dipping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a mini muffin pan or line it with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, whisk the 1/2 cup sugar, egg, apple cider, 1/4 cup melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix gently until just combined; do not overmix the batter.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. While the muffins bake, prepare the topping. In a small bowl, mix the 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon.
  8. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool slightly more.
  9. Brush the tops of the warm muffins with the 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
  10. Immediately dip or roll the buttered tops into the cinnamon sugar mixture until coated.
  11. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • For a stronger apple flavor, you can reduce the apple cider slightly and add 1/4 cup of finely grated apple.
  • You can substitute the cinnamon sugar topping with a simple powdered sugar glaze if you prefer a donut glaze look.
  • Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.

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