Apple Cider Donut Bread – Mini Loaf Version
A cozy quick bread that tastes just like a classic apple cider donut! This Apple Cider Donut Bread is bursting with fall flavor thanks to real apple cider and warm spices. It’s easy to make and topped with a buttery cinnamon sugar crust.
Equipment
- mini loaf pan
- measuring spoons and cups
- mixing bowls
- cooling rack optional
Ingredients
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1/2 cup butter room temperature
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp apple pie spice
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Glaze
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Bring the apple cider to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil until it is reduced by half.
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF and prepare your mini loaf pan (or 9x5 loaf pan)
- In a medium bowl, beat brown sugar and butter until they are fluffy. Add the egg and mix again.
- In another bowl, combine flour, apple pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, then add the apple cider. Mix by hand until just combined.
- Pour into the mini loaf pan until each cup is about 2/3rds full and bake for 15 minutes. You may have to work in batches, depending on the size of your mini loaf pan.
- Melt the butter for your glaze, and brush it over the mini loaves. Combine the cinnamon and sugar, and sprinkle it generously onto the loaves. Serve and enjoy!