• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
G-Free Foodie logo
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers & Snacks
    • Baked Goods
    • Beverages
    • Dairy Free
    • Desserts
    • Kid Zone
    • Main Dishes
    • Paleo Friendly
    • Quick & Easy
    • Recipes & Techniques by Cooks We Love
    • Salads & Dressings
    • Side Dishes
    • Soups
    • Tips & Tricks
    • Vegan
  • Articles
    • Dining Tips
    • G-Free Foodie Guides
    • G-Free Foodie Mommies
    • G-Free Foodie Product Reviews
    • Gluten Free Advice + Experts
    • KC's Blog
  • About
  • Shop
  • Help!
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • Browse Recipes
  • Articles
  • About
  • Shop
  • Help!
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home / Recipes / Baked Goods

    Baked Gluten-Free Apple Cider Doughnuts | Alison, Fabulously Flour-Free

    Posted On Oct 14, 2018 · Updated On Aug 23, 2020

    Baked Gluten-Free Apple Cider Doughnuts | Alison, Fabulously Flour-Free

    Gluten-Free Apple Cider Doughnuts are loaded with cinnamon-sugar deliciousness and all the flavors of Fall.

    Appetizers & SnacksBaked GoodsGluten Free Advice + ExpertsKid ZoneRecipes & Techniques by Cooks We Love

    Share

    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

    Gluten-Free Apple Cider Doughnuts are loaded with cinnamon-sugar deliciousness and all the flavors of Fall.

    Article Courtesy:  Alison Needham, A Girl Defloured

    Jump to Recipe

    In my life BGF (Before Gluten-Free), some of my favorite things to eat in the whole, wide world, were hot cider doughnuts sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar. They are most often served at apple orchards and county fairs, fresh from the fryer, and passed through take-out windows in greasy paper sacks. I prefer the small doughnuts best, eaten in one or two delicious bites, leaving only a trace of sugar on the fingers.

    gluten free apple cinnamon doughnutsCider doughnuts are, arguably, the most autumnal treat of all, especially when coupled with a visit to an apple orchard, a hayride, and a hot cup of something. Nowadays, I prefer my doughnuts baked instead of fried, and my gluten-free status has all but eliminated my ability to buy them fresh from the apple farm. So I make them at home, natch, thanks to a fantastic recipe by my friends Pete and Kelli Bronski from No Gluten, No Problem.

    My favorite apple cider to use in this recipes isn’t really called cider at all–rather it’s the dark brown, unfiltered apple juice found in the refrigerated section of Trader Joe’s, but any unfiltered cider will do. When reduced, like all liquids, it becomes much thicker, richer an deeper in flavor. Cider syrup can be used to top ice cream (or to make it), poured over pancakes or waffles, stirred into cocktails or used as an ingredient in baked goods. The longer it simmers, the thicker it gets…until it eventually turns into sticky caramelized candy (that will pull out your teeth for sure). For this recipe two cups of cider is simmered until it reduces to ½ a cup.  Watch it carefully! I suggest making twice as much cider reduction than the recipe calls for…because you never know when you’ll need the leftovers.

    Try these Apple Cider Doughnuts with a mug of Hot Chocolate or a Pumpkin Spice Cocktail. 

    gluten free apple cinnamon doughnuts
    Print Recipe
    5 from 1 vote

    Baked Gluten-Free Apple Cider Doughnuts

    Gluten-Free Apple Cider Doughnuts are loaded with cinnamon-sugar deliciousness and all the flavors of Fall.
    Prep Time20 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Course: Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: A Girl Defloured, gluten-free doughnuts
    Servings: 20 doughnuts
    Calories: 126kcal
    Author: Alison Needham

    Equipment

    • doughnut pan

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups of unfiltered apple cider
    • ½ cup of sugar
    • ¼ cup butter softened
    • 2 large eggs
    • ½ cup buttermilk shaken
    • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
    • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose gluten-free flour blend
    • ¼ cup almond flour
    • ½ teaspoon xanthan gum or baking binder omit if your flour blend contains it
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon cloves

    For the topping:

    • ¼ cup melted butter
    • ½ cup sugar & 1 teaspoon cinnamon whisked together in a bowl

    Instructions

    • Heat the cider in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and simmer until the cider has reduced to ½ cup. Set aside to cool.
    • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and spray a 2 mini-doughnut pans (or 2 regular doughnut pan) with gluten-free cooking spray. (Tip: if you need to bake the doughnuts in more than one batch, make sure to re-spray the pan with gluten-free cooking spray)
    • Beat the butter and sugar together in a large bowl. Beat in the eggs, buttermilk, vanilla and reduced cider until combined. Add the flour blend, almond flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg and cloves and beat until smooth.
    • Pour the mixture into a large zip-top bag and snip about ½ inch off one corner. Carefully pipe mixture into your prepared doughnut pan, filling each well about ½ full. Do NOT overfill the doughnut wells or your doughnuts will come out looking more like leprechaun hats.
    • Bake the doughnuts until they spring back when gently touched, about 8 minutes for the minis, 10 minutes for the larger ones.
    • Dip or brush the doughnuts with the melted butter just as soon as they are cool enough to handle and gently toss with the cinnamon/sugar mixture.
    • Serve immediately!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 167mg | Potassium: 78mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 1mg

    You May Also Like

    • The Most Common Cooking Mistakes!
      The Most Common Cooking Mistakes!
    • Gluten-Free Menus at In-N-Out Burger, Five Guys and Shake Shack
      Gluten-Free Menus at In-N-Out Burger, Five Guys and Shake…
    • 10 Questions with KC | Shauna, Gluten Free Girl
      10 Questions with KC | Shauna, Gluten Free Girl
    • Gluten-Free Lasagna Sheets or Cut Pasta: Best Gluten-Free Pasta Recipe
      Gluten-Free Lasagna Sheets or Cut Pasta: Best Gluten-Free…
    « Our 10 Favorite Roasted Veggie Recipes For Fall
    Savory Stuffed Pumpkin With Lamb | The General Farmer »

    Share

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Holly says

      November 06, 2014 at 5:25 pm

      I just made these and have to thank you for giving something to keep me on track. I did replace the sugar with maple syrup and they are fabulous

      Reply
    2. Melinda says

      April 23, 2015 at 1:18 am

      can i sub out the almond flour? We have a nut allergy

      Reply
      • G-Free Foodie says

        April 29, 2015 at 4:07 pm

        use a flour blend of your choice 🙂

        Reply
    3. Kaelee says

      May 21, 2015 at 12:09 am

      Can I substitute buttermilk with coconut oil or something and egg replacement? I want to make this recipe Vegan too.

      Reply
    4. Shard says

      December 09, 2015 at 9:50 pm

      Are these freezable? I am on the hunt for a bunt of things for the freezer to ease my holidays.

      Reply

    Let Us Know What You Think Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Sign up for our Newsletter & live deliciously G-Free

    K.C. the G-Free Foodie

    K.C. is a farm-grown foodie, born and raised in the fertile fields of California’s San Joaquin Valley. After being diagnosed with Celiac Disease following years of unexplained illness, she has infused her gluten-free life with flavor, fork in hand. Learn more about K.C.

    Featured Recipes

    rose wine slush

    Raspberry Frosé: Rosé Wine Slush Recipe

    GrilledShrimpwithFreshCornZucchiniandTomatoSalsa

    Grilled Shrimp with Fresh Corn, Zucchini and Tomato Salsa

    tomato water

    Tomato Water | The Fresh Tomato Recipe You Didn't Know You Needed

    easy single serving sangria

    Easy Single-Serving Sangria

    SHOP GLUTEN FREE FAVES

    Popular Categories

    • Appetizers + Snacks
    • Beverages
    • Desserts
    • Dining Tips
    • Main Dishes
    • Quick + Easy
    • Salads + Dressings
    • Soups
    • Tips + Tricks

    Footer

    People

    • About Us
    • K.C. Cornwell
    • G-Free Foodie Gluten Free Advocates + Experts

    Business

    • Partnerships
    • Contact
    • Gluten Free Consulting Services
    • Privacy Policy & Disclaimer
    • Links & Cool Stuff

    Follow Me

    G-Free Foodie © 2022 · All Rights Reserved