Description
This Apple Cider Doughnut Loaf Cake is a delectable fall treat that captures the essence of cinnamon spice and apple cider, perfect for fall recipes and holiday desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, lightly packed
- 1 1/4 cups plus 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- For the Topping
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9×5 loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a small saucepan, boil the apple cider for about 10 minutes until reduced to 1/2 cup. Allow it to cool slightly, then mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract.
- In the same saucepan, melt the butter and let it cool briefly.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and brown sugar until smooth and frothy. Gradually whisk in the melted butter until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the egg mixture, alternating with the cider mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for approximately 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before removing to cool for an additional 5 minutes on a wire rack.
- For the topping, mix the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Brush the cake with melted butter and generously coat with the cinnamon-sugar mixture on all sides.
Notes
- To avoid overmixing, combine the wet and dry ingredients by folding them gently until just incorporated. This will keep the cake’s texture light and airy.
- If you prefer a more intense apple cider flavor, consider reducing the cider further or using a more concentrated apple cider syrup.
- This cake benefits from resting. Allow it to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices and full development of flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 55 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: Apple Cider Doughnut Loaf Cake, Fall Recipes, Holiday Desserts