Description
Enjoy the cozy, fall-inspired flavors of the Spiced Apple Cider Donut Loaf with a Cinnamon Sugar Crust, a perfect seasonal treat for breakfast, dessert, or an enjoyable snack that embodies the essence of autumn.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup apple cider (preferably spiced)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt in a large bowl to combine.
- In a separate bowl, mix the apple cider, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into a greased 8×4-inch loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool slightly, then brush the loaf with melted butter.
- Mix 1/4 cup sugar with 1 teaspoon cinnamon for the topping.
- Generously coat the warm loaf with the cinnamon sugar mixture for a crunchy, sweet crust.
Notes
- Add chopped apples or toasted pecans into batter for extra flavor.
- Wrap tightly after cooling to keep moist.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce for an indulgent finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg