Apple Cider Doughnuts

Ingredients

• Apple cider (1 cup)
• All-purpose flour (2 1/2 cups)
• Granulated sugar (1 cup)
• Baking powder (2 teaspoons)
• Baking soda (1/2 teaspoon)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• Ground cinnamon (1 teaspoon)
• Ground nutmeg (1/4 teaspoon)
• Eggs (2, beaten)
• Milk (1/2 cup)
• Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
• Unsalted butter (1/4 cup, melted)
• Vegetable oil (for frying)
• Cinnamon sugar (1 cup (for coating))

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, melted butter, and beaten eggs until well combined.
2. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the apple cider and milk. Mix until just combined, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up.
5. In a deep fryer or large pot, heat enough vegetable oil to submerge the doughnuts at 375°F (190°C). Be cautious not to overcrowd the pot.
6. On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of 1/2 inch. Use a doughnut cutter to cut out doughnut shapes.
7. Carefully lower the doughnuts into the hot oil, frying a few at a time until they are golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes each. Drain on paper towels.
8. While the doughnuts are still warm, roll them in the prepared cinnamon sugar to coat evenly.