Description
This Cider Donut Bread is a moist, spiced sweet bread infused with apple cider and warm autumn spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert, it features a tender crumb and a tangy cider glaze that adds a delightful finish. Easy to make and irresistibly cozy, it pairs wonderfully with coffee or tea.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with apple cider and buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool Bread: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Glaze: While the bread is cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar and apple cider vinegar until smooth to create the cider glaze.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread, slice, and serve. Enjoy this cozy treat with your favorite hot beverage.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle the batter with cinnamon-sugar before baking or add chopped walnuts for added texture.
- This bread pairs beautifully with coffee or tea, enhancing its cozy autumn vibe.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
