Fried Apple Cider Glazed Donut Holes will tickle your taste buds with the flavors of autumn. A touch of sweetness, as well as the hot spices of apple cider, create these donut holes that the ideal morning treat to consume with a cup of steaming coffee.

Apple Cider Glazed Donut Holes are my cheat for getting some of those orchard vibes in my own home.

These donut holes are a hybrid between a Timeless cider donut and also my Favored sour cream classic donuts. The result is a crispy donut with a fluffy interior, fragrant with apple and cinnamon.

The Same as an old-fashioned donut, the exterior of these are cracked And struggled, making them ideal for catching the sweet, cider-spiked glaze.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: About 24 donut holes

Ingredients

For the Donut Holes

• 2 cups (255 g) all-purpose flour

• 1 ½ tsp baking powder

• ¾ tsp kosher salt

• ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar

• 1 large egg

• ¾ cup (170 g) sour cream

• ½ cup apple cider

• 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• 1 ½ quarts canola oil, for frying

For the Apple Cider Glaze

• 2 cups powdered sugar

• 3–4 Tbsp apple cider (start with 3, add the 4th if needed for consistency)

• Pinch of kosher salt

Instructions

1. Make the batter

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

2. In another bowl, whisk the egg, sour cream, and apple cider until smooth.

3. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, then fold in the melted butter. The batter will be very thick.

2. Fry the donut holes

1. Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Keep a thermometer handy to maintain temp.

2. Using a medium cookie scoop (about 1 ½ Tbsp batter), drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil.

3. Fry in batches, about 2 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Donuts will float to the surface when nearly done.

4. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to drain briefly.

3. Make the glaze

1. In a medium bowl, whisk powdered sugar, 3 Tbsp apple cider, and a pinch of salt until smooth.

2. If the glaze is too thick, add up to 1 more Tbsp cider. Keep in mind the glaze will thin slightly when it hits the warm donuts.

4. Glaze the donuts

1. Set a wire rack over a baking sheet.

2. While donuts are still warm, dip them into the glaze, turning with a fork or spoon to coat fully.

3. Lift and let excess glaze drip off, then place on the rack to set.

Tips for Best Results

• Don’t overcrowd the pot — it lowers oil temperature and causes greasy donuts.

• Glaze donuts while warm so the glaze adheres well.

• Serve the same day for best texture, though leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temp for 1–2 days.

It may look fancy, but this homemade French Pear Almond Tart with Crust recipe or Pear Frangipane Tart is way easier to make than you think. It’s a perfect dessert for fall, especially for Thanksgiving!

With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, I’d love to share one of our favorite fall-sweet recipes using seasonal fruits. And that is Pear Almond Tart or you like, Pear Frangipane Tart. With home-baked, bakery-level pear pie recipe sweet-tart (included in this recipe) crust and seasonal pears on top of the creamy and delicious almond cream filling, this tart is a superb dessert to enjoy at tea time or after any meal.

French Pear Almond Tart Recipe

Ingredients

For the Crust

• 1 ¼ cups of flour
• ½ cup of sugar
• ¼ tsp of salt
• ½ cup of unsalted butter (cold, cut into small pieces)
• 1 whole egg
• ½ tsp of vanilla extract

For the Tart

• Prepared sweet tart crust (about 10 inches)
• ½ cup of unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar
• 1 cup of almond flour
• 2 Tbsp of all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp of sea or kosher salt
• 2 whole eggs
• 1 tsp of vanilla extract
• 1 Tbsp of rum
• 1 tsp of almond extract (optional)
• 3 Anjou or Bartlett pears
• Juice of ½ lemon
• 3 Tbsp of apricot jam
• 1 tsp confectioners’ sugar (for sprinkling)
• 1 Tbsp sliced almonds (for sprinkling)

Instructions

Making the Crust

1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt.
2. Add Butter: Work the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Egg and Vanilla: In a small bowl, beat the egg with vanilla extract. Add this to the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
4. Form the Dough: Gently knead the dough until it comes together. Wrap in plastic and chill for at least 1 hour.
5. Pre-bake the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough and fit it into a 10-inch tart pan. Pierce the bottom with a fork, line with parchment paper, fill with pie weights or dried beans, and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the weights and parchment, and bake for another 10-15 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool.

Making the Almond Filling

6. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a bowl, cream together room temperature butter and confectioners’ sugar until smooth.
7. Add Dry Ingredients: Mix in almond flour, all-purpose flour, and salt.
8. Incorporate Eggs and Flavorings: Blend in the eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract, rum, and almond extract (if using). Mix until smooth.

Assembling the Tart

9. Prepare Pears: Peel, halve, and core the pears. Slice them thinly and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
10. Spread Jam: Brush the bottom of the cooled crust with a thin layer of apricot jam.
11. Add Almond Filling: Spread the almond filling evenly over the crust.
12. Arrange Pears: Arrange pear slices on top of the filling, fanning them out in a circular pattern.

Baking

13. Bake the Tart: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 40-45 minutes, until the filling is set and the pears are tender.

Finishing Touches

14. Glaze and Garnish: Brush the warm tart with apricot jam, then sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar and toasted almond slices.

15. Serve: Let the tart cool before slicing. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature.

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This gluten-free turkey meatloaf is moist, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned, with a light topping of sugar-free ketchup for a classic finish. It’s an easy, healthy dinner that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a simple side salad.

Ingredients

• 1 medium yellow or white onion, chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 lb ground turkey

• ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• ⅓ cup almond flour

• 1 whole egg

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• ½ cup sugar-free ketchup (for topping)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

• Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Cook the Aromatics

• In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

• Add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onions are soft and golden, about 5–6 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

3. Prepare the Meatloaf Mixture

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, parsley, sautéed onion mixture, dried oregano, almond flour, egg, salt, and pepper.

• Mix gently until just combined — avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.

4. Shape and Top

• Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan and shape evenly.

• Spread the sugar-free ketchup evenly over the top.

5. Bake

• Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

• Check at the 45-minute mark to avoid overcooking.

6. Rest and Serve

• Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

• Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted green beans, or your favorite side dish.

Make Ahead & Storage

• Make Ahead: Assemble the uncooked meatloaf, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.

• Refrigerator: Store leftover slices in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

• Freezer: Wrap cooked slices individually and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.

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