# Ingredient List:
→ Donuts
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
03 - ½ teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - ¼ teaspoon salt
07 - ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
08 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1 cup apple butter
11 - ½ cup whole milk
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cinnamon Crunch Topping
13 - ¼ cup granulated sugar
14 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
15 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
16 - ½ cup crushed cinnamon cereal or crisped rice cereal
→ Optional Glaze
17 - ½ cup powdered sugar
18 - 1–2 tablespoons milk
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 12-cavity donut pan to prevent sticking.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, apple butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
04 - Add wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Avoid overmixing for a tender crumb.
05 - Evenly spoon or pipe the prepared batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.
06 - Bake for 14 to 16 minutes or until donuts spring back when touched and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
07 - Allow donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer carefully to a wire rack.
08 - Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. While donuts are still slightly warm, brush tops lightly with melted butter, dip in cinnamon sugar, and sprinkle with crushed cereal for added texture.
09 - Blend powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled donuts if desired for added sweetness.
