Apple donuts (baked rice paper apple donuts)

Ingredients

• 2 large apples
• 1/4 cup sugar ((granulated sugar or brown sugar))
• 1 tsp cinnamon powder
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk ((Or any dairy-free alternative. I used oat milk in this recipe. ))
• 3 tbsp sugar ((granulated sugar or brown sugar))
• 1/2 tsp baking powder ((optional))
• 1 tsp cinnamon powder
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract ((optional))
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 12 sheets rice paper
• 1 tsp Cooking spray or melted butter ((for greasing))

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut 2 apples into thick rounds, approximately ¾ inch in thickness. The slices from the edges will be smaller, so feel free to enjoy those immediately. Select 6 of the larger center slices for this recipe.

2. 2

   Use a small round cutter to hollow out the cores of the apple slices, creating a donut shape.

3. 3

   In a small plate, combine ¼ cup of sugar and 1 tsp of cinnamon powder. Whisk until well mixed. Dip both sides of the apple slices into the sugar mixture, ensuring each slice is evenly coated with a layer of sugar on both sides.

4. 4

   In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon powder, baking powder, and vanilla extract until fully combined. Melt the butter in the microwave or using a hot water bath, then add it to the mixture and whisk again until everything is well incorporated.

5. 5

   Pour the egg and milk mixture onto a large plate to make it easier for dipping the rice paper.

6. 6

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with foil or parchment paper, and then grease the lining with cooking spray or melted butter.

7. 7

   Quickly dip a sheet of rice paper into the egg mixture, flipping it to coat both sides, about 2 seconds per side. Avoid soaking the rice paper for too long. Once dipped, place it on a cutting board. Repeat with 3 more sheets, then stack the 4 softened pieces together.

8. 8

   Use scissors to cut the stacked rice paper into ½-inch wide strips. Wrap the strips around each apple slice, like wrapping a mummy, covering as much of the surface as possible. Place the wrapped apple slice on the prepared baking sheet.

9. 9

   Continue with the remaining rice paper and apple slices. The amount of rice paper and egg-milk mixture provided should be sufficient to cover all 6 apple slices. Arrange the wrapped apple slices on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced.

10. 10

    Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35 minutes, or until the rice paper is golden brown and crispy.

11. 11

    Let the apple donuts cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with caramel sauce for extra sweetness or decoration.