Craving a delicious treat that won't derail your keto lifestyle? Get ready to discover the ultimate low-carb dessert that proves you can have your donut and eat it too! These Keto Apple Cider Donut Bites are about to revolutionize your snacking game, delivering all the warm, comforting flavors of a classic apple cider donut without the carb overload. Imagine biting into a perfectly spiced, golden-brown morsel that's so delectable, you won't believe it's actually keto-friendly!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Keto
Serves: 12 bites
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup erythritol
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsweetened apple cider
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a mini muffin tin by lightly greasing with butter or using silicone muffin molds.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, erythritol, baking powder, and ground cinnamon. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well incorporated and free of any lumps.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the unsweetened apple cider, eggs, and melted butter until smooth and fully combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly using a spatula or wooden spoon until a consistent batter forms with no dry spots.
- Carefully spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cavity about 3/4 full to allow room for rising.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the donut bites are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the donut bites cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Once cooled, dust with additional cinnamon or a keto-friendly powdered sweetener for extra flavor and presentation.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Tips
- Ingredient Temperature Matters: Ensure your eggs and melted butter are at room temperature for the smoothest, most consistent batter.
- Mixing Technique: Whisk dry and wet ingredients separately before combining to prevent lumps and ensure even distribution of spices.
- Don't Overfill: Fill mini muffin cavities only 3/4 full to allow proper rising and prevent overflow.
- Toothpick Test: Always check doneness by inserting a toothpick - it should come out clean when the donut bites are fully baked.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let the donut bites cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- Storage Hack: For maximum freshness, store in an airtight container and consume within 3 days, or freeze for up to a month.
- Flavor Boost: Experiment with additional spices like nutmeg or a hint of vanilla extract to customize your donut bites.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 95kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg
