Description
Hot Honey Cinnamon Apple Donuts are the ultimate cozy treat, blending fluffy warmth with a hint of sweet heat from hot honey and aromatic cinnamon. These delightful donuts are not only easy to make but also perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual brunch or a comforting snack. The unique combination of flavors will transport you back to cherished moments with family and friends. Serve them warm, drizzled with extra hot honey, for an irresistible experience that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup whole milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup hot honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, egg, applesauce, melted butter, and hot honey until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients; stir gently until just mixed.
- Fill each donut cavity halfway with batter.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cooling slightly before drizzling with additional hot honey.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg