For the donuts:
- 1 1/4 C apple cider
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 C gluten-free all-purpose flour*
- 1 tsp xanthan gum
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 2 Tbsp butter melted
- 1/2 C light brown sugar
- 1/2 C granulated sugar
- 1/2 C whole milk room temperature
- 2 tsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the cinnamon/sugar-coating:
- 3/4 C granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 Tbsp butter melted
Add cinnamon sticks and apple cider to a small pot. Bring to a boil and simmer on low until reduced, about 15-20 minutes. Remove cinnamon sticks and measure out 1/2 cup of the apple cider. Refrigerate to cool.
Combine milk and vinegar, stir and let sit 5 minutes.
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees and spray donut pan with non-stick spray.
While the cider is cooling, sift flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt in a large bowl. Whisk to combine and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together egg, brown sugar, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons melted butter and the vanilla extract in a large bowl. Whisk in milk/vinegar and the cooled 1/2 cup of apple cider.
Add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. DO NOT over mix. Batter will be slightly lumpy.
Pour batter into donut pan and fill about 3/4 of the way full. Don't over fill! Bake (in batches if necessary) for 10 minutes. Remove donuts from donut pan and cool slightly on a wire rack.
While the donuts are baking/cooling, combine sugar and cinnamon for the topping in a shallow bowl wide enough to dip the donuts in and melt the 4 tablespoons butter.
Lightly dip slightly cooled donuts in the butter and then immediately dip them in the cinnamon/sugar. Turn in sugar until completely coated and place on a wire rack. Repeat with each donut. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
*Regular flour can be used in place of the gluten-free flour. Just be sure to omit the xanthan gum.When following a gluten-free diet, be sure to use gluten-free ingredients.
Serving: 1g | Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 194mg | Potassium: 52mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 167IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mg
As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Nutrition Facts are estimated and aren't always accurate. Please consult a doctor or nutritionist if you have special dietary needs.