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Cider Donut Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

This Cider Donut Bread combines the warm spices and sweet apple flavors of traditional cider donuts into a moist, tender loaf cake. Infused with apple cider and apple pie spice, this bread is perfect for fall mornings, afternoon snacks, or dessert. The loaf is baked to a golden brown, brushed with cider, and coated with a cinnamon-sugar spice mixture for a delightful sweet crust.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons apple pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups apple cider (or apple juice)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • ¼ cup apple cider
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons apple pie spice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare loaf pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray an 8 ½ x 4 ½-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, apple pie spice, and kosher salt to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
  3. Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, thoroughly whisk the apple cider, large egg, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Mix wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients bowl and gently stir with a spatula or spoon until just combined. Avoid overmixing; the batter should remain slightly runny and lumpy.
  5. Pour batter into pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly so it bakes uniformly.
  6. Bake the bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 65 to 75 minutes. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs and the top is golden brown.
  7. Cool slightly in pan: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes to set the structure.
  8. Brush with apple cider: While the bread is still warm, pour the ¼ cup of apple cider over the top of the loaf in the pan to infuse extra moisture and flavor.
  9. Prepare sugar-spice topping: In a small bowl, combine the ½ cup granulated sugar with 2 teaspoons apple pie spice, mixing thoroughly.
  10. Remove bread from pan: Carefully invert or lift the bread out of the loaf pan onto a large piece of parchment paper to avoid breaking.
  11. Coat with sugar-spice: Sprinkle the sugar and apple pie spice mixture evenly over the entire surface of the bread. Rotate the loaf as needed to cover all sides with the flavorful crust.
  12. Cool completely before serving: Let the bread cool fully on the parchment paper to allow the topping to set and the flavors to meld, then slice and serve.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use fresh apple cider or good-quality apple juice.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and fluffy.
  • Allow the bread to cool fully after topping to prevent the sugar-spice coating from sliding off.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • This bread can be enjoyed plain or with a light spread of butter or cream cheese.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65-75 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saracooking.com/cider-donut-bread-recipe/