Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this Spiced Apple Cider Donut Loaf. This delightful baked treat is infused with warm spices and apple cider, embodying the essence of autumn in every slice. Perfect for breakfast, a sweet afternoon snack, or a comforting dessert after dinner, this loaf fills your home with an inviting aroma. With a crunchy cinnamon sugar crust that adds texture and flavor, it’s sure to impress at gatherings or during quiet mornings at home. Easy to make and utterly delicious, this loaf is a must-try seasonal recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for crust)
- 2 tbsp melted butter (for crust)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter with granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth; then add apple cider and vanilla extract.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45–50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the topping, mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl; brush top of cooled loaf with melted butter and sprinkle with the mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg