Spiced Apple Cider Donut Loaf with Cinnamon Sugar Crust Recipe
This Spiced Apple Cider Donut Loaf is a moist and flavorful quick bread featuring warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, combined with the sweet tang of apple cider. Topped with a crunchy cinnamon sugar crust for extra sweetness and texture, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a cozy dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Total Time: 60-65 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 slices 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground allspice
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup apple cider
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Crust
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5‑inch loaf pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy loaf removal after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice until well combined to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agents.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another large bowl, whisk the melted butter with granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth and creamy. Stir in the apple cider and vanilla extract until the mixture is uniform.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the loaf tender and light.
- Bake the Loaf: Pour the prepared batter into the greased loaf pan. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating it’s cooked through.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Topping: While the loaf cools slightly, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping.
- Apply Topping: Brush the top of the warm loaf with melted butter, then sprinkle generously with the cinnamon sugar mixture to create a crunchy crust.
- Serve: Slice the loaf and enjoy it warm or at room temperature for a delicious treat.
Notes
- You can substitute apple cider with apple juice or buttermilk, depending on availability and taste preference.
- For added texture and flavor, fold in chopped apples or nuts into the batter before baking.
- Use plant-based butter or margarine to make this recipe dairy-free.
- Drizzle the sliced loaf with caramel sauce for a decadent dessert variation.
Keywords: Apple cider donut loaf, spiced apple bread, cinnamon sugar crust, quick bread, fall desserts
