Ingredients
1/2 cup sugar3 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg, optionalDOUGHNUTS:1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons shortening2 large eggs2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup apple cider or juiceOil for deep-fat frying
Preparation
In a small bowl, mix sugar, cinnamon and, if desired, nutmeg.
In a large bowl, beat sugar and shortening until crumbly. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt; add to sugar mixture alternately with cider.
In a large cast-iron or electric skillet, heat oil to 350°. Carefully drop batter by tablespoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until dark golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels; cool 5 minutes. Toss in spiced sugar.
