Apple Cider Doughnut Bread (Print Version)

Moist, spiced loaf filled with apple cider and coated in crunchy cinnamon-sugar.

# Components:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 cup apple cider
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
07 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
08 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
09 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
11 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Topping

15 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
16 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
17 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
02 - Simmer the apple cider in a small saucepan over medium heat until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 10–15 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
03 - Whisk the reduced apple cider, applesauce, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until fully incorporated.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, and salt.
05 - Add dry ingredients to wet mixture and stir just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
06 - Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
07 - Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
08 - Let loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
09 - While warm, brush loaf top with melted butter. Mix cinnamon and sugar for topping in a small bowl; sprinkle generously over loaf.
10 - Allow loaf to cool completely before slicing and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry ingredients you already have
  • No mixer required and only 20 minutes to prep
  • Loaded with rich apple and warm spice flavor
  • Perfect make ahead treat for breakfast or snacking
02 -
  • Makes a perfect treat for breakfast dessert or coffee breaks
  • Stores beautifully and tastes even better the next day
  • Can be frozen in slices for future cravings
03 -
  • Simmer the cider well don’t rush this part as bold apple flavor depends on it
  • Brush the butter and sprinkle the sugar topping while the loaf is still warm so it adheres just right
  • Check your spices for freshness every time old spice can dull the vibrant bakery scent you want

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