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A sliced loaf of spiced apple cider donut bread resting on a rustic wooden board, with a golden-brown crust sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, surrounded by fresh apple slices and cinnamon sticks. The interior reveals moist, slow-rising crumb with visible apple chunks and a hint of spice, presented with a drizzle of caramel glaze on top.

Spiced Apple Cider Donut Loaf – Fall’s Best Cozy Bake

  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes - 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: One 9-inch loaf 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Experience the cozy flavors of fall with this Spiced Apple Cider Donut Loaf. Perfect for embracing autumn’s warm spices and comforting aromas, this rustic loaf combines the goodness of apple cider, cinnamon, and nutmeg with a crunchy donut topping. An ideal fall breakfast or dessert, it embodies the essence of October baking—moist, flavorful, and irresistibly aromatic.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 cup of apple cider
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • For the topping:
  • 1/4 cup of brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons of melted butter
  • Optional: chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray. Whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, combine apple cider, sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
  3. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients gradually, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter for the topping.
  5. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar topping evenly over the batter. Add chopped nuts if desired.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store tightly wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • You can freeze slices of the loaf for up to 3 months; reheat in the microwave for best results.
  • Optionally, add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch and flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of loaf)
  • Calories: 330 Kcal
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

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