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Homemade Cider Mill Donuts.

Sep 25, 2019 by Kelly Roenicke · 14 Comments

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The BEST baked vegan cider mill donuts! There's nothing better than a freshly made donut on a weekend morning! These are so easy and delicious. #vegan

Cider mill donuts are just the thing to make when you want a fall treat! These are soft, delicious, and easily made in a donut pan.

stack of homemade cider mill donuts

I feel like I’m kind of on the fence with this season change. I’m still loving the warm weather, and I feel like summer was too short, but I’m slowly embracing the fact that it’s September, and fall-ish things are going to start happening. And that’s a good thing, really, because I love fall decorating, and cider mills, and pumpkins, and jeans and sweaters and boots. I guess it’s just that winter is always soooooooo long. So very, very long.

Anyway, we’ll be heading to the cider mill in the next few days.

Fresh Granny Smith apples.

The one thing that’s a bit of a bummer when you have food allergies or intolerances is feeling like you’re missing out on something – not just a food, but part of an experience. And that happens to us a little bit with cider mills.

I used to LOVE cider mill donuts so much – they are hot, and fried, and rolled in cinnamon sugar. What’s not to love about that? But of course they contain egg, and wheat, and sometimes dairy, so they’re off limits for us now. I’ve solved that problem for us by making our own donuts at home with my trusty donut.

These homemade cider mill donuts are light and fluffy and very similar to cider mill donuts, but without all the fat, since they aren’t fried. I cannot make these fast enough for my boys – they gobble them right up!

SUPER delicious baked cider mill style donuts made with applesauce. An easy and tasty autumn breakfast!

Can you make cider mill donuts at home?

Yes, you sure can! These are so delicious when made at home in the oven. They are baked in a donut pan, and the batter is very easy to make and uses simple ingredients.

Can I make these donuts with gluten free flour?

I have a separate recipe for gluten free and vegan spiced cider donuts. Try that recipe if you need to be gluten free.

Can I make these if I don’t have a donut pan?

You can make them as muffins, in a muffin pan, or try this method for baked donuts without a donut pan.

How do I make sure my donuts don’t stick to the pan?

I like to grease my donut pan with vegan buttery spread and dust a little flour on just to be safe. Even though donut pans are non-stick, I don’t like to take chances! Allow them to cool for about 10 minutes before trying to remove them from the pan.

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homemade cider mill donuts on a plate
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Cider Mill Donuts.

Just like cider mill donuts, these baked donuts are delicious and allergy friendly!
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Dairy Free, vegan.
Keyword homemade cider mill donuts, vegan donuts
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 214 kcal
Author Kelly Roenicke

Ingredients

  • 1 cup white spelt flour
  • 1 cup whole spelt flour
  • 1 cup coconut sugar
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup non-dairy milk
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 Tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
  • ½ cup vegan buttery spread melted

For the topping:

  • â…“ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease the donut pan with vegan buttery spread and dust with flour.

  2. In a small bowl, combine the â…“ cup sugar and the teaspoon of cinnamon.

  3. Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and spices in a large mixing bowl and whisk together.
  4. Add the non-dairy milk, vinegar, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla, and vegan buttery spread and mix until combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into a donut pan, making sure that the batter is smooth and even with the top of each donut well.
  6. Bake at 350 degrees for about 10-12 minutes. Let cool somewhat before removing from the pan.
  7. To remove the donuts from the pan, just turn the donut pan over onto a cookie sheet or tray, and tap the bottom of the pan until the donuts release.

  8. Dip each donut into the cinnamon sugar mixture. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Cider Mill Donuts.
Amount per Serving
Calories
214
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Sodium
 
147
mg
6
%
Potassium
 
129
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
 
33
g
11
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
15
g
17
%
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
 
400
IU
8
%
Calcium
 
72
mg
7
%
Iron
 
1.1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

This post was originally published in September 2014. It has been updated with more tips.

An unbelievably easy recipe for baked cider mill donuts. #donuts

Have you been to the cider mill yet? Or have you done any other fall type things?

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Mom to two boys with food allergies and sensitivities, Kelly is passionate about allergy friendly cooking and baking. She believes that you can enjoy amazing, easy recipes even when cooking for multiple food allergies.
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Comments

  1. Arman @ thebigmansworld

    September 06, 2014 at 11:45 pm

    Legit buying a donut pan…..stay tuned. This looks delicious.

    Reply
  2. Mindy

    September 06, 2014 at 3:05 pm

    Our local cider mill just about doubles the store prices for their donuts. And the quality is not really that good. Now we can make our own!

    Reply
  3. Judit + Corina @ Glamorous Bite

    September 06, 2014 at 2:36 pm

    Oh Kelly, your donuts look so airy and absolutely scrumptious! :)

    Reply
  4. olivia - Primavera Kitchen

    September 05, 2014 at 5:36 pm

    Great recipe, Kelly! Light and healthy! Perfect for fall ;-)

    Reply
  5. Lisa

    September 05, 2014 at 1:21 pm

    I really need to buy a donut pan to make my own donuts! I’ve been seeing so many yummy donut recipes, and this is definitely one of them!

    Reply
  6. Kara Lydon, RD

    September 05, 2014 at 12:56 pm

    Cider mill donuts are my favorite fall treat. Love this healthier vegan version! Must try. Pinned!

    Reply
  7. Julia

    September 05, 2014 at 10:50 am

    Every year, my family goes to Apple Hill, which is full of apple orchards and cider mills. We always make a point to enjoy apple fitters and donuts first thing in the morning when we arrive. I’ve had it in my head to make apple donuts for the longest time, but still have never tried it – yours look so airy and fluffy PLUS so much healthier than the donuts I’ve been eating all my life, ha! This is definitely a must-try recipe and my mom would loooove to make these with me. Will definitely let you know when she and I whip them up together! xo

    Reply
  8. Allison

    September 05, 2014 at 10:43 am

    I used to love those cider donut treats in fall! They’re always SO rich and perfect and cinnamony. I really need a donut pan so I can make these. What a gorgeous recipe!

    Reply
  9. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice

    September 05, 2014 at 10:34 am

    I’m the same, Kelly! I don’t want summer to end yet, but I’m excited for fall to get here. These donuts sound amazing! I love that they’re healthy and full of flavor!

    Reply
  10. Sarah@wholeandheavenlyovencom

    September 05, 2014 at 8:59 am

    I’m welcoming apple cider season with open arms for sure! I’ve never been to a cider mill before, but it sounds like a blast! These donuts look so so soft and fluffy and would go perfectly with a glass of cold apple cider!

    Reply
  11. Kristine @ Kristine's Kitchen

    September 05, 2014 at 8:49 am

    I’ve never been to a cider mill, but it sounds like fun! These homemade donuts look like the perfect way to welcome fall!

    Reply

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