Alright, folks, gather ’round, because today I’m diving headfirst into the world of baking with a recipe that’s got me all excited – the Apple Cider Donut Cake from Betty Crocker. I saw this one floating around and figured, why not give it a whirl? So, here’s how my baking adventure went down.
Getting Started
First things first, I grabbed all my ingredients. This cake is all about that apple cider goodness, so I made sure to get a good quality cider. Along with that, I laid out the usual suspects – flour, sugar, eggs, you know the drill. The recipe also calls for some spices to give it that warm, cozy flavor, so I dug out my cinnamon, nutmeg, and a bit of ground cloves.
Mixing It Up
I started off by preheating my oven to 350°F (175°C). While that was warming up, I greased and floured a 12-cup Bundt pan. I’ve learned from past mishaps that a well-prepared pan is key to a cake that comes out easily.

Next, I tackled the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, I whisked together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and those lovely spices. Gotta say, the smell of cinnamon and nutmeg already had me feeling all warm and fuzzy inside.
In another bowl, I creamed together the butter and sugar until it was nice and fluffy. Then I beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by a splash of vanilla extract. Once that was all combined, I slowly started adding the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the apple cider. I made sure to mix everything until it was just combined – overmixing is a no-go.
Baking Time
With the batter all ready, I poured it into my prepared Bundt pan and popped it into the oven. The recipe said to bake for about 40-50 minutes, so I set a timer and kept a close eye on it. You know how ovens can be – sometimes they have a mind of their own.
After about 45 minutes, I did the toothpick test, and it came out clean. Success! I took the cake out of the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before flipping it onto a wire rack to cool completely. This part requires patience, but it’s worth it to avoid any cake-cracking catastrophes.
The Finishing Touch
While the cake was cooling, I got to work on the topping. This is where the donut part really comes into play. I melted some butter and, in a separate shallow dish, mixed together some sugar and cinnamon. Once the cake was cool enough to handle, I brushed it all over with the melted butter, then rolled it in the cinnamon-sugar mixture. It’s a bit messy, but oh-so-worth-it.
The Taste Test
Finally, the moment of truth. I sliced into the cake, and it was everything I had hoped for. Moist, flavorful, with that perfect apple cider kick and a sweet cinnamon-sugar crust. It’s like a donut and a cake had a delicious baby.
So there you have it, my friends. My journey making the Betty Crocker Apple Cider Donut Cake was a success. If you’re looking for a fun and tasty baking project, I highly recommend giving this one a go. Just be prepared for a bit of a mess and a whole lot of deliciousness. Happy baking!
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