This apple cider doughnut cake tastes exactly like the cake version of these delicious donuts. So, you are totally in for a treat with this recipe. It’s an awesome option for a dessert at a fall gathering. It would be perfect for a fun and new addition to your Thanksgiving day meal.

The ingredients are simple. By using a yellow cake mix as your base, it saves you lots of steps and makes the instructions easy. The secret to the flavors in this cake come in the spices and seasonings that you add to the cake mix.

To top it off, you’ll make an easy apple cider glaze dip. It couldn’t be easier to make, just two ingredients combined and mixed. It’s the perfect final touch to this delicious cake.

INGREDIENTS
Yellow cake mix (I used Betty Crocker Super Moist Yellow Cake – you will use JUST the dry mix)
¾ cup apple cider (NOT apple juice)
¼ cup water, room temperature (you can omit the water for a stronger cider taste, just use 1 cup apple cider instead if you take out the water)
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
½ cup apple sauce (I used cinnamon apple sauce, not chunky)

3 large eggs, room temperature
1 tablespoon brown sugar