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Apple Cider Donut Bread

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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with our Apple Cider Donut Bread. This delightful loaf features a tender crumb bursting with apple cider essence and cozy spices, reminiscent of your favorite autumn treats. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven, paired with melted butter for breakfast, or as a sweet afternoon snack. The crackly topping of cinnamon sugar adds just the right touch of sweetness to make this bread irresistible. Perfect for gatherings or as a thoughtful gift, this recipe is simple enough for anyone to master. Bring the magic of apple orchards into your kitchen today!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups apple cider
  • ½ cup butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon apple pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • For topping: ¼ cup melted butter, ½ cup sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Reduce apple cider in a saucepan over medium heat until halved (20–30 minutes). Let cool.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5 loaf pan.
  3. Cream butter and brown sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in egg and vanilla until combined.
  5. Add dry ingredients and reduced cider; stir gently until just mixed.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
  8. Brush warm bread with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.

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