Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, perfectly spiced donut hole that captures the essence of fall in every single bite! These Baked Apple Spice Donut Holes are about to revolutionize your breakfast or snack time, offering a guilt-free twist on the classic fried treat. Packed with the comforting flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and sweet applesauce, these little morsels are so delicious, you'll want to make a double batch – trust me, they'll disappear faster than you can say "more, please!"
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 donut holes
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup mini muffin tin thoroughly with non-stick cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined and no lumps remain.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix the unsweetened applesauce, milk, large egg, and melted butter until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula. Mix just until the batter is combined, being careful not to overmix, which can result in tough donut holes.
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, carefully fill each mini muffin cup about 3/4 full with the batter. This will ensure the donut holes have a nice rounded shape.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut hole comes out clean and the tops are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the donut holes cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then, gently remove them from the tin and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Once cooled, roll the donut holes in a mixture of cinnamon and powdered sugar for extra sweetness and flavor. Serve and enjoy!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and consistent texture.
- Don't overmix the batter – this can lead to tough, dense donut holes. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- For extra moisture, make sure to use unsweetened applesauce at room temperature.
- Grease your mini muffin tin thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform-sized donut holes that bake evenly.
- Let the donut holes cool slightly before removing from the pan to maintain their shape.
- For a festive touch, roll the cooled donut holes in a cinnamon-sugar mixture or dust with powdered sugar.
- These donut holes are best served warm but can be stored in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 90kcal
Carbohydrates: 14g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 20mg
