Apple Cider Donut Loaf

Step 1

In a small pot set over medium heat, add the apple cider and reduce to ¾ cup, about 20 minutes. Cool to room temperature before using.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line the bottom of an 8½-by-4½-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving a generous overhang on either side.

Step 3

Melt 5 tablespoons of the butter and cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled apple cider, eggs, melted butter, oil, brown sugar and 1/2 cup granulated sugar.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.

Step 6

Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.

Step 7

In a small mixing bowl, combine the remaining granulated sugar and cinnamon.

Step 8

Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and use a pastry brush to coat the inside of the lined loaf pan with the melted butter. You should have about 1 tablespoon of butter remaining when you are finished.

Step 9

Dust the inside of the loaf pan with half of the cinnamon sugar mixture. Pour the batter into the loaf pan, smoothing the top into an even layer. Pour the remaining tablespoon of melted butter on top and sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar evenly across the top of the batter. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, rotating after 30 minutes, until the loaf is golden brown and a tester inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the loaf rest for 10 minutes in the pan, and then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.