Baked Apple Cinnamon Doughnut Holes

Baked Apple Cinnamon Doughnut Hole – A Healthier Take on the Original

These Baked Apple Cinnamon Doughnut Holes bring warm comforting flavors to the table. A great treat in the fall or anytime of the year, this baked version is slightly healthier than its fried counterpart. They can be enjoyed hot or cold, alone, or paired with your favorite cup of coffee in the morning or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an evening treat.

Super Easy to Make!

You won’t need yeast, a fryer, or hours of kitchen prep. With just a few pantry staples and a muffin tin, you’ll whip up golden little bites that taste like they came straight from your favorite bakery.

The Shortcut Secret: Cake Mix Magic

Here’s the trick that makes these doughnut holes so quick and foolproof: cake mix. Vanilla or yellow cake mix creates the perfect fluffy base without extra fuss. Using applesauce instead of oil, you’ll infuse every bite with natural apple sweetness. Add water, stir, and you’ve got a doughnut batter ready to bake. No kneading, no waiting, just easy comfort food goodness!

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Doughnut Holes:

• 1 box vanilla or yellow cake mix
• ½ cup applesauce
• ½ cup water

For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:

• ½ cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ cup melted butter

How to Make Baked Apple Cinnamon Doughnut Holes

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease or spray a mini muffin pan.
2. In a bowl, mix the cake mix, applesauce, and water until smooth.
3. Scoop the batter into the mini muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops spring back when lightly touched.
5. Let the doughnut holes cool for a few minutes.
6. In a small bowl, stir together sugar and cinnamon.
7. Dip each doughnut hole in melted butter, then roll it in the cinnamon sugar mix until coated.

Warm, Sweet, and Irresistible

One bite into these doughnut holes and you’ll taste the magic: tender cake inside, buttery crunch outside, and a cinnamon sugar sparkle that makes them downright addictive. They pair perfectly with hot cider, coffee, or tea. Serve them at brunch, pack them for fall picnics, or whip up a batch for after-school snacking.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick & Easy: From mixing bowl to oven in under 20 minutes.
• Fall Flavors: Applesauce and cinnamon bring seasonal warmth.
• Kid-Friendly: Little helpers can roll doughnut holes in cinnamon sugar.
• Baked, Not Fried: Light, fluffy, and a little easier on the waistline.

These Baked Apple Cinnamon Doughnut Holes will become your go-to fall treat. They’re festive, flavorful, and so simple you’ll want to make them on repeat. Grab your cake mix, applesauce, and cinnamon, and let the baking fun begin!

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