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Apple Cider Donut Bread

Apple Cider Donut Bread Recipe for Cozy Fall Vibes

This Apple Cider Donut Bread captures cozy vibes with apple and cinnamon, perfect for any season.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Sweetens the bread while enhancing its moist texture.
  • 1 large Egg Binds all ingredients together.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Elevates the flavor.
  • 1 cup Apple Cider Adds moisture; apple juice can be substituted for sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp Apple Pie Spice Infuses warm spices.
  • ½ cup Butter Provides richness.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • ½ tsp Baking Soda Works with cider for rising.
  • ½ tsp Salt Enhances overall flavor.
For the Topping
  • ¼ cup Melted Butter Creates a rich crust.
  • ½ cup Sugar Delivers a sweet topping.
  • 1 tbsp Cinnamon Adds classic taste.

Equipment

  • 9x5 loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • saucepan
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Apple Cider: Pour apple cider into a saucepan and bring it to a boil, then simmer for 20-30 minutes until reduced by half.
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5 loaf pan.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Whisk together dry ingredients and gradually mix them with the cider mixture, stirring gently.
  5. Bake: Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Add Topping: Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then brush with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To enhance texture, ensure cider is properly reduced and use softened butter for the batter. Room temperature eggs aid in even baking.

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