Sunday, October 4, 2009

Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts

These "doughnuts" are low in fat since they are baked rather than deep-fried in oil. Still very high in sugar, but lower calorie and much less fat than the alternative. I've also made this in a bundt pan with great results. It has a really nice, complex fall flavor and cakey texture that everyone seems to enjoy, especially this time of year!

Ingredients:
2 c. all-purpose flour (or use 1/2 whole-wheat)
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2/3 c. packed brown sugar
1/2 c. apple butter
1/3 c. pure maple syrup
1/3 c. apple cider
1/3 c. nonfat plain yogurt
3 Tbsp. vegetable oil

1. Preheat oven to 4oo if using two mini bundt pans or 350 if using a standard-sized bundt pan. Coat the cavities of a mini bundt pan or the cavity of a regular bundt pan with shortening. Sprinkle with sugar and shake out the excess.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; set aside.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the egg, brown sugar, apple butter, maple syrup, cider, yogurt and oil. Add the dry ingredients and stir just until moistened.
4. If using a standard bundt pan, pour the batter into the pan and place in the oven for about 50 minutes, or until a knife comes out clean.
5. If using two mini bundt pans for traditional-sized doughnuts, spoon the batter into the cavities and bake at 400 for 10 to 12 minutes.
6. Sprinkle the top(s) with some powdered sugar before serving.

Note: I got this recipe from Diana's Desserts (www.dianasdesserts.com).

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