Batter Dropped Cider Donuts
1 cup of cider, boiled down to 1/4 cup. Let cool.
2 cups flour
1/4 cup sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg
1/3 cup milk
1 egg, slightly beaten
Assemble ingredients:
Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off.
In large bowl combine flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon and nutmeg; blend well.
Add milk, apple cider that was concentrated, vanilla, and egg; stir with fork until thoroughly mixed, but do not over-mix.
Drop by teaspoonfuls into hot oil 4-5 a time, keeping the temperature at 375 degrees.
Fry doughnut balls 1Â to 1-1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Remove with slotted spoon. Drain on paper towels.
In small bowl or plastic bag combine 1/3 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; roll or shake warm doughnuts in mixture. Enjoy while still warm.
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