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Spiced Apple Cider Donut Loaf with a Cinnamon Sugar Crust

Irresistible Spiced Apple Cider Donut Loaf with Crunchy Crust

Delight in the cozy flavors of Spiced Apple Cider Donut Loaf with a Cinnamon Sugar Crust, perfect for autumn mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free blend can be used
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon ginger can be used for a spicier twist
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg freshly grated is ideal
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground allspice extra cinnamon can be substituted
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter vegan butter works well
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar brown sugar can add moisture
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar can substitute with more granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs can use flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 cup apple cider can be swapped with apple juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure extract is best
For the Topping
  • 0.25 cups cinnamon sugar adjust to taste

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Toothpick
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
  3. In another bowl, melt the butter, then mix in granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth. Add apple cider and vanilla.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, then transfer to the prepared loaf pan.
  5. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Once baked, cool in the pan for 5 to 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
  7. Slice while warm for best texture and taste, then enjoy with loved ones.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 125mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature. Freeze slices for longer storage.

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