Description
Apple cider Hawaiian roll donuts are soft, pillowy treats made from Hawaiian rolls infused with apple cider and coated in a spiced sugar glaze. They’re perfect for fall gatherings, holiday parties, or cozy baking sessions, offering a festive twist on a classic dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls
- 1 cup apple cider (reduced to ½ cup)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Optional: chopped nuts, sprinkles, caramel drizzle
Instructions
- In a saucepan, simmer apple cider over medium heat until reduced to ½ cup; let cool.
- Cut Hawaiian rolls into donut shapes with a round cutter or knife.
- Brush each roll piece with melted butter.
- Dip into a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon.
- Arrange coated pieces on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes, until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk into a glaze.
- Drizzle over donuts and serve warm.
Notes
- Use high-quality apple cider for the richest flavor.
- Let donuts cool slightly before glazing to prevent glaze from melting off.
- For extra crunch, fry briefly in oil after baking.
- Store unglazed if making ahead; glaze just before serving.
- Freeze up to 3 months for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American / Fall Treats
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: ~190
- Sugar: ~18 g
- Sodium: ~110 mg
- Fat: ~6 g
- Saturated Fat: ~3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~30 g
- Fiber: ~1 g
- Protein: ~3 g
- Cholesterol: ~15 mg