Spiced Apple Cider Donut Loaf Recipe
This Spiced Apple Cider Donut Loaf combines warm autumn spices with the sweet tang of apple cider, baked into a moist and tender loaf. Topped with a cinnamon sugar crust, this easy-to-make treat captures the essence of classic apple cider donuts in a convenient loaf form, perfect for slicing and serving at breakfast or as a cozy snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground allspice
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup apple cider
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Grease and flour a 9×5‑inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground allspice until evenly mixed.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk the melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until fully combined. Stir in the apple cider and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined, taking care not to overmix to ensure a tender crumb.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Topping: While the loaf is baking or cooling, mix together ¼ cup granulated sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Apply Topping: Once the loaf has cooled slightly but is still warm, brush the top generously with 2 tablespoons melted butter, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly across the top to create a sweet crust.
- Serve: Slice the loaf and enjoy warm or at room temperature as a delightful fall-inspired treat.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense loaf; fold gently until just combined.
- Ensure the loaf has cooled slightly before applying the cinnamon sugar topping to help it stick.
- Apple cider can be substituted with fresh apple juice for a slightly different flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Reheat slices in a toaster or microwave for a fresh-baked taste.
Keywords: apple cider, donut loaf, fall recipe, autumn baking, spiced bread, cinnamon sugar, quick bread
