Cider Doughnuts

Cider Doughnuts

3 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup whole wheat flour

2/3 cup packed brown sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon Watkins Nutmeg

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon Watkins Cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

2 large eggs

1 cup apple cider

6 tablespoons butter, melted

Oil for deep-fat frying

Confectioners' sugar, optional

In a large bowl, whisk together first 10 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, cider and melted butter. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape, about 1 hour.

Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, pat each portion to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. doughnut cutter.

In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry doughnuts, a few at a time until golden brown, 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels. If desired, dust with confectioners' sugar.

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