Low Sodium Apple Cider Donuts

Warm, cozy, and irresistibly moist, these Low Sodium Apple Cider Donuts are the perfect treat for fall—or any time you crave a guilt-free indulgence! This recipe combines the tart sweetness of apple cider, concentrated by simmering for a bold flavor, with a medley of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger for that signature autumn taste. Prepared with unsalted butter and no added salt, these baked donuts are a heart-healthy alternative to the typical fried variety while remaining fluffy and delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep and a quick bake time, you can have a dozen beautifully spiced donuts that pair perfectly with your morning coffee or an afternoon mug of cider. For an extra touch of sweetness, toss them in cinnamon sugar or drizzle with a light apple cider glaze. These low sodium donuts are a crowd-pleasing delight that’s both easy to make and irresistibly wholesome!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Apple cider
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan with non-stick spray or butter.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, bring the apple cider to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer until reduced to about 3/4 cup, about 10-15 minutes; let cool.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.

Step 4

In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until combined.

Step 5

Add the egg, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and reduced apple cider to the butter mixture; whisk until combined.

Step 6

Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.

Step 8

Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the donut comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Optionally, toss the cooled donuts in cinnamon sugar or glaze with a simple icing made of powdered sugar and apple cider.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1076.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2451.5

Total Fat 61.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 356.9mg	0%
Sodium 1803.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 434.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 191.7g
Protein 42.6g	0%

Vitamin D 117.2IU	0%
Calcium 319.3mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 1036.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.6%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 70.5%