Herman Applesauce Doughnuts

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 1
Tasty Herman Applesauce Doughnuts for your sweet cravings
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 cups vegetable oil for frying
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons shortening
1/2 cup white sugar
2 egg yolks
1/2 cup Herman Sourdough Starter
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup applesauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
18
Calories
166
Sugar
9g
Fat
7g
These Herman Apple Sauce Doughnuts are a perfect treat to have with your afternoon tea. This recipe is easy to make and does not require any fancy ingredients. Herman Sourdough Starter is used as a leavening agent, making the doughnuts extra fluffy and moist. These doughnuts are mildly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, making them perfect for the Fall season.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, dissolve baking soda in water.
2.In a large bowl, cream together shortening and sugar until smooth.
3.Beat in egg yolks and Herman Sourdough Starter.
4.Stir in buttermilk, vanilla extract, applesauce, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
5.Sift in flour, baking powder, and dissolved baking soda, mix until well combined.
6.Mix until the dough starts coming together, switch to kneading by hand for 5 minutes.
7.Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.
8.Cut the dough into round shapes using a doughnut cutter.
9.Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy skillet to 375 degrees F.
10.Fry the doughnuts in hot oil until golden brown on both sides.
11.Drain on paper towels.

PROS

These Herman Applesauce Doughnuts are super moist, flavorful, and soft.

Applesauce helps to reduce the fat content while keeping the doughnut moist.

The cinnamon and nutmeg add spiciness to the doughnuts.

It’s an easy and quick recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth.

CONS

These doughnuts are fried, which makes them high in calories and fat.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Applesauce is a great substitute for oil or butter in recipes as it helps to reduce the fat content while keeping the food moist and flavorful. This helps to reduce the risk of heart disease. Cinnamon has been linked to lowering blood sugar levels and reducing inflammation in the body, while nutmeg has antioxidant and antibacterial properties, which can improve digestion and oral health.

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