Description
Apple Cider Donut Bread is a heavenly quick bread that embodies the cozy flavors of fall. Infused with rich apple cider and warm spices, this delightful treat offers a tender crumb and a beautifully crackled crust, reminiscent of beloved apple cider donuts. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, it’s an easy recipe that both novice and experienced bakers can enjoy. Whether you’re hosting family gatherings or savoring quiet mornings at home, this Apple Cider Donut Bread is sure to become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups apple cider
- ½ cup butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon apple pie spice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Reduce the apple cider in a saucepan over medium heat until it's half its original volume (20-30 minutes). Let cool.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5 loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in egg and vanilla until well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients (flour, apple pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, salt) in the bowl with reduced cider; stir until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg