Low Sodium Apple Cinnamon Donuts
Indulge in the warm and cozy flavors of fall with these Low Sodium Apple Cinnamon Donuts—a heart-healthy twist on a classic treat! Packed with the natural sweetness of unsweetened applesauce and aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these baked donuts deliver all the comfort without excess salt. Moist and tender, thanks to a splash of apple cider, each bite bursts with apple-infused goodness while being delightfully simple to whip up in just under 30 minutes. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an autumn snack, these easy-to-make donuts are versatile and can be enjoyed plain or lightly dusted with cinnamon sugar for a hint of extra sweetness. Whether you're watching your sodium intake or simply craving a healthier treat, these donuts provide the ultimate guilt-free indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Apple cider
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease two donut pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, mix the unsweetened applesauce, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, apple cider, and vegetable oil until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
Spoon the batter into a piping bag or a large zip-top bag. Snip off one corner and pipe the batter into the prepared donut pans, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the donuts comes out clean.
Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, you can enjoy the donuts plain or sprinkle a little bit of cinnamon sugar mixture on top for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2245 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 65.5 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 1054 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 386.9 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 186.7 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 746 mg | 16% | |
*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.
