Cinnamon Applesauce Donuts

Cinnamon Applesauce Donuts

Prep: 1 hour
Bake: 12 minutes
Total: 2 hours
Yields: 12 donuts

Ingredients For the topping:

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Make the applesauce: In a large saucepan, combine apples, water, lemon juice, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Reduce heat and cover for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until apples are soft.
3. Pour the apple mixture into a blender or use an immersion blender to blend the applesauce into a smooth texture. Transfer to a bowl and cool completely.
4. Make the donuts: Preheat oven to 350℉. Lightly grease a standard 12-count donut pan and set aside.
5. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
6. In a separate bowl, combine applesauce, brown sugar, honey, egg, milk, butter, and vanilla. Whisk well. 
7. Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet. Whisk until smooth and just combined.
8. Spoon the batter into the donut pan, filling the donut cavities ¾ full. Bake the donuts in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the donuts spring back to the touch.
9. Make the topping: In a small bowl, combine cinnamon and sugar. Mix well.
10. Invert the donuts onto a wire rack. While warm, use a basting brush to brush the donuts with butter and toss into the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Return to the wire rack to cool completely.