Description
Indulge in the irresistible charm of the Spiced Apple Cider Donut Loaf that will make you swoon! This delightful treat melds the warm spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice with the sweet essence of apple cider, creating a moist and flavorful loaf perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re savoring it for breakfast, enjoying it as an afternoon snack, or serving it as a dessert at gatherings, this loaf is sure to please. Its sweet cinnamon sugar crust adds an elegant finish, making each slice not only delicious but visually appealing too. Embrace the comfort of fall with every bite—this recipe will quickly become a cherished favorite in your baking repertoire.
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
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- 2. In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
- 3. In another bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs, apple cider, and vanilla; mix well.
- 4. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- 5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- 6. Bake for 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- 7. For the topping: Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon together while the loaf bakes. Brush warm loaf with melted butter and sprinkle topping evenly over it.
- 8. Allow the loaf to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg