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Apple Pie Donut Holes

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Quick and easy apple pie donut holes made with just three ingredients, perfect for a snack or dessert.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1.5 cups self-rising flour or use a substitute with all-purpose flour and baking powder
  • 3/4 cup cinnamon applesauce unsweetened applesauce works too
For frying
  • 2 inches canola or vegetable oil for frying; use oil with a high smoke point
For coating (optional)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar mix with 1–2 teaspoons ground cinnamon for coating

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the self-rising flour and the cinnamon applesauce. Mix just until you have a thick, cohesive dough.
  2. Fill a deep skillet or heavy pot with at least 2 inches of canola or vegetable oil and heat to 350°F.
Frying
  1. Use a small cookie scoop or a teaspoon to portion 1-tablespoon mounds of dough.
  2. Gently drop 3–4 dough mounds into the hot oil and fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and puffed.
  3. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel–lined plate to drain.
Coating
  1. While warm, roll each donut hole in cinnamon sugar until fully coated.
  2. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 50mgSugar: 3g

Notes

Store cooled donut holes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours. You can refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze uncoated donut holes for up to 1 month.
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