Apple cider donuts
Apple cider donuts are a beloved fall treat, typically made with reduced apple cider, flour, sugar, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. They are a staple of autumn festivals and orchards, particularly in the Northeastern United States. These donuts are usually cake-style and often coated in a cinnamon-sugar mixture.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These donuts are high in carbohydrates and fat, with a moderate amount of sugar, and a single donut generally contains around 250-350 calories. They provide quick energy from the carbs and sugar, but are not a significant source of protein or essential vitamins.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 22 g |
| Sodium | 280 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Calcium | 30 mg |
| Potassium | 80 mg |
| Vitamin A | 10 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 1 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.15 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.5 mg |
| Folate | 30 mcg |
Per 1 donut (85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Apple cider donuts are a quintessential symbol of the fall harvest season, often enjoyed hot and fresh from the fryer at local cider mills. Their unique flavor comes from the concentrated apple cider, which gives them a distinct, tangy sweetness that sets them apart from standard donuts.
