Best 5 Herman Applesauce Doughnuts Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful aroma of freshly baked Herman Applesauce Doughnuts, a classic treat with a tender crumb and a burst of sweet apple flavor. These delectable doughnuts are made with a simple yeast dough that is enriched with applesauce, resulting in a moist and fluffy texture. Coated in a cinnamon-sugar mixture, each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.

In this comprehensive guide, we've compiled a collection of Herman Applesauce Doughnut recipes that cater to every taste and skill level. From traditional recipes that have been passed down through generations to modern variations with unique twists, you'll find the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our step-by-step instructions and helpful tips will guide you through the process of creating these delicious doughnuts. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Get ready to make memories and savor the irresistible taste of Herman Applesauce Doughnuts, a timeless classic that will become a staple in your baking repertoire.

Let's cook with our recipes!

APPLESAUCE DROP DOUGHNUTS



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"I made these tasty cake doughnuts often when our children were growing up," says Frances Poste of Wall, South Dakota. "They're quick and easy."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3 eggs
1 cup applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup milk
Oil for deep-fat frying
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in applesauce and vanilla. Combine flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg; gradually add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk (the batter will be thick). , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop teaspoonfuls of batter a few at a time into hot oil. Fry until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels; roll in sugar while warm.

Nutrition Facts :

APPLESAUCE DOUGHNUTS



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Provided by Wanna Make This?

Categories     dessert

Time 3h10m

Yield 12 doughnuts

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting (see Cook's Note)
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon fine salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 2/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons vegetable shortening
1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk
1 cup smooth applesauce
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Whisk the flour, baking powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the cinnamon, salt, baking soda and nutmeg in a medium bowl.
  • Beat 2/3 cup of the sugar and shortening in another bowl with a mixer on medium speed until sandy. Beat in the egg and yolk, then gradually mix in the applesauce, scraping the bowl. Beat in half of the flour mixture, then the buttermilk and vanilla, and then the remaining flour mixture. Mix to make a sticky dough; do not overmix.
  • Scrape the dough onto a lightly floured sheet of parchment paper in a baking sheet and pat into the size of the baking sheet, about 1/2-inch thick. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Heat 2 inches of oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with paper towels. Cut the chilled dough into 12 rounds, using a floured 3-inch biscuit cutter, then cut out the middles with a 1-inch cutter (or use a doughnut cutter). Slip 2 or 3 doughnuts at a time into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes per side, adjusting the heat as needed. Transfer to the paper towels to drain.
  • Mix the remaining 1 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon in a medium bowl. Toss the doughnuts in the cinnamon-sugar. Serve warm.

APPLESAUCE DOUGHNUTS WITH BUTTERMILK



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My mom made these when I was a little girl. We would love to help her and of course eat them afterward. Dust with powdered sugar, granulated sugar or cinnamon. Delicious!

Provided by Sue Brown

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 quarts oil for deep frying
¾ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 eggs
¾ cup applesauce
4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground mace
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup buttermilk
¼ cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Steps:

  • Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, beat together white sugar, butter, eggs and applesauce. In a separate bowl, stir together flour baking powder, salt, baking soda, mace and cinnamon. Stir flour mixture into the egg mixture alternately with the buttermilk. Mix until a stiff dough is formed.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll into a 3/4 to 1 inch thick sheet. Make sure to roll the dough to an even thickness. Cut out doughnuts with a doughnut cutter.
  • Carefully slide doughnuts into hot oil. Turn doughnuts as soon as they rise to the surface. Fry until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels and dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Cholesterol 18.2 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 171.7 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

APPLESAUCE DOUGHNUTS



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Try these delicious doughnuts for an old-fashioned taste treat. Serve sprinkled with confectioners sugar, if you wish.

Provided by RAINVILLE

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 quarts oil for frying
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup firmly packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup milk
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and salt onto piece of waxed paper.
  • In a large bowl, use an electric mixer at medium speed to beat together sugar, brown sugar and eggs until fluffy. Beat in 2 tablespoon oil. Stir flour mixture into egg mixture, alternately with milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients, until well blended. Stir in applesauce and vanilla.
  • Carefully drop batter by level tablespoons, 3 or 4 at a time, into hot oil. Do not overcrowd pan or oil may overflow. Fry, turning once with tongs, for 3 minutes or until golden. Transfer with tongs to paper toweling to drain. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 15.7 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 81 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

APPLESAUCE DOUGHNUTS



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What could be tastier than fresh doughnuts? Your family will love these cinnamon-applesauce wonders!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h18m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 1/3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 cup applesauce
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons shortening
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
Vegetable oil
Cinnamon-sugar mixture, if desired

Steps:

  • Beat 1 1/3 cups of the flour and the remaining ingredients except oil and cinnamon-sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on low speed, scraping bowl constantly, until blended. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in remaining 2 cups flour. Cover and refrigerate about 1 hour or until dough stiffens.
  • Heat oil (2 to 3 inches) in deep fryer or 3-quart saucepan to 375°F. Divide dough in half. Place half of the dough on well-floured cloth-covered surface; gently roll in flour to coat. Gently roll dough 3/8 inch thick. Cut with floured doughnut cutter. Repeat with remaining dough.
  • Slide doughnuts into hot oil, using wide spatula. Turn doughnuts as they rise to surface. Fry 1 to 1 1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Carefully remove from oil (do not prick surfaces); drain on paper towels. Sprinkle hot doughnuts with cinnamon-sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Doughnut, Sodium 320 mg

Tips:

  • Use ripe apples for the applesauce. This will give the doughnuts a more intense apple flavor.
  • Be sure to let the applesauce cool completely before using it in the doughnut batter. This will help to prevent the doughnuts from becoming greasy.
  • If you don't have any applesauce, you can make your own by simmering peeled and cored apples in a little bit of water until they are soft. Then, mash the apples until they are smooth.
  • You can use any type of milk in this recipe. Whole milk will give the doughnuts a richer flavor, while skim milk will make them lighter.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the doughnuts tough.
  • If you don't have a doughnut cutter, you can use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out the doughnuts.
  • Be sure to heat the oil to the correct temperature before frying the doughnuts. If the oil is too hot, the doughnuts will brown too quickly and be raw in the center. If the oil is not hot enough, the doughnuts will absorb too much oil and be greasy.
  • Drain the doughnuts on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
  • Serve the doughnuts warm or at room temperature. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Herman Applesauce Doughnuts are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them plain or topped with your favorite glaze or frosting, these doughnuts are sure to be a hit.

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