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Apple Cider Donut Bread

Apple Cider Donut Bread
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Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this homemade Apple Cider Donut Bread. This delightful loaf combines the rich essence of apple cider and warm spices, creating a tender, moist bread that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast treat, a sweet afternoon snack, or a dessert at gatherings, its cinnamon-sugar topping adds an irresistible crunch and visual appeal. Easy to prepare with common kitchen ingredients, this apple-infused bread is sure to impress family and friends alike. Embrace the season and fill your home with the inviting aroma of baked apples and spices—it’s the ultimate comfort food that captures autumn in every slice.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups apple cider
  • ½ cup butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon apple pie spice
  • ¼ cup melted butter (for topping)
  • ½ cup sugar (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Reduce the apple cider in a saucepan over medium heat until it’s halved (about 20-30 minutes). Allow it to cool.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 loaf pan.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat together room temperature butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  5. Gently fold in the cooled reduced apple cider along with flour, baking powder, baking soda, apple pie spice, and salt until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a tester comes out clean.
  7. Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  8. Brush warm bread with melted butter, then sprinkle with a mixture of sugar and cinnamon.

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