Apple Cider Donut Bread
Apple Cider Donut Bread melds the traditional flavors of apple cider donuts into a rich, moist loaf, perfect for autumn. This treat features a dense yet tender crumb infused with concentrated apple cider and warming spices, topped with a buttery cinnamon-sugar crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 10 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups apple cider
- ½ cup butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tablespoon apple pie spice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Topping:
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Reduce the apple cider by simmering until it measures about ½ cup.
- Cream butter and brown sugar, then add the egg and reduced cider.
- Whisk together dry ingredients and combine with the wet mixture.
- Pour into a greased loaf pan, bake at 350°F for about 50 minutes.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality apple cider.
- Optional: Add chopped apples or nuts into the batter for added texture.
Nutrition
- Calories: 330 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg