Description
This Apple Cider Doughnut Cake combines the cozy flavors of apple cider and cinnamon into a moist bundt cake topped with a cinnamon sugar coating reminiscent of classic apple cider doughnuts. Perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you crave warm, spiced sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box yellow or spice cake mix (15.25 ounces)
- 1 cup apple cider
- ½ cup apple sauce (cinnamon preferred)
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
Topping
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
- ¼ cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cake.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, apple cider, apple sauce, eggs, and cinnamon. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.
- Prepare Pan and Bake: Grease a bundt pan to prevent sticking. Pour the batter evenly into the pan and bake for 40-45 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
- Cool Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 20 minutes. Then carefully remove it from the pan to cool further on a wire rack.
- Prepare Topping and Coat Cake: In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon. Brush the cooled cake surface with melted butter, then evenly sprinkle and coat the cake with the cinnamon sugar mixture to mimic the classic doughnut flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a deeper spice flavor, consider using a spice cake mix instead of yellow.
- Use cinnamon apple sauce to enhance the cinnamon notes in the cake.
- Make sure the cake is completely cooled before applying the butter and cinnamon-sugar topping to prevent melting.
- This cake pairs wonderfully with a hot cup of apple cider or coffee.
- Store leftover cake in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: apple cider, doughnut cake, cinnamon sugar, bundt cake, fall dessert
