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Cozy Brown Butter Apple Cider Donut Loaf

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A warm and comforting loaf with a moist, tender crumb and a slightly crisp cinnamon sugar crust, infused with brown butter and fresh apple cider for a perfect fall treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (320 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 6 tablespoons (85 g) unsalted butter, browned
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) apple cider
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (50 g) light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the cinnamon sugar crust:
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) melted unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 6 tablespoons (85 g) of unsalted butter. Stir frequently as it foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma—about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray and lightly dust with flour.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups (320 g) all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg.
  4. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk ¾ cup (180 ml) apple cider, ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar, ¼ cup (50 g) light brown sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Slowly whisk the cooled brown butter into the wet ingredients.
  6. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Prepare cinnamon sugar crust: In a small bowl, combine ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon.
  8. Pour batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top. Brush the surface gently with 2 tablespoons (30 g) melted butter, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the top, pressing lightly to adhere.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The crust should be golden and slightly crisp.
  10. Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Slice once cool enough to handle.

Notes

Watch the brown butter carefully to avoid burning. Fold batter gently to prevent a dense loaf. Brush melted butter before sprinkling cinnamon sugar for a crisp crust. Tent with foil if crust browns too fast. Let loaf cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts.

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Keywords: brown butter, apple cider, donut loaf, cinnamon sugar crust, quick bread, fall recipe, cozy dessert

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