APPLE CIDER DOUGHNUT HOLES

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Their light, tender texture and apple cider flavor make these small bites a big hit! My mom made them every year as soon as the weather turned cool. I carry on the tradition, and the aroma always brings back cherished memories. -Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup sugar
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg, optional
DOUGHNUTS:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons shortening
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup apple cider or juice
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix sugar, cinnamon and, if desired, nutmeg., In a large bowl, beat sugar and shortening until crumbly. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt; add to sugar mixture alternately with cider., In a large cast-iron or electric skillet, heat oil to 350°. Carefully drop batter by tablespoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until dark golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels; cool 5 minutes. Toss in spiced sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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