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Frankenstein Apple Cider Halloween Donuts

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 250
Spooky and delicious Halloween donuts inspired by Frankenstein, perfect for festive celebrations.

Ingredients

Dry ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all purpose flour
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs eggs
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup milk
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.75 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves

Additional ingredients

  • as needed nonstick cooking spray
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar
  • gel food coloring (green)
  • as needed candy eyes
  • as needed chocolate sprinkles
  • as needed mini marshmallows

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Simmer apple cider until reduced by half; cool. Mix lemon juice with milk.
  • Combine dry ingredients, then add wet ingredients and mix until smooth. Pipe into greased donut pan.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, cool completely, then dip in colored icing and decorate with sprinkles, eyes, and marshmallow bolts.
  • Refrigerate until icing sets, then add marshmallow toothpicks for neck bolts.

Notes

Ensure donuts are fully cooled before decorating to prevent melting.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple cider, donuts, Halloween