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Apple Cider Doughnut Cake

This cozy apple cider doughnut cake is a delicious fall treat that's easy to make, even in a small kitchen. Enjoy it with a generous sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar or a decadent apple cider glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups apple cider Reduce for richer flavor
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 1 cup brown sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 0.5 cups full-fat sour cream Can replace with plain yogurt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adjust according to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Optional Apple Cider Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider Add more if too thick

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan thoroughly.
  2. In a saucepan, reduce the apple cider over medium heat until it's about 1 cup. Set aside to cool.
Mixing the Batter
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  2. In another bowl, beat together the brown sugar, eggs, sour cream, and reduced apple cider until smooth.
  3. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain texture.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake for 40-45 minutes, relying on a toothpick to check for doneness.
  3. Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
Finishing Touches
  1. While the cake is cooling, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
  2. Once the cake is slightly warm, roll it in the cinnamon sugar coating until it's generously covered.
  3. For an optional glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and reduced apple cider until desired consistency is achieved.
  4. Drizzle or dip the cake in the glaze as preferred.

Notes

This cake can be made ahead of time and actually tastes better the next day. It's freezer-friendly: slice and wrap to thaw when needed. Variations include adding finely chopped apples or nuts for added flavor.