Sourdough Discard Apple Cider Donuts Bread
A unique and flavorful bread blending the tangy goodness of sourdough discard with sweet, spiced apple cider and the nostalgic taste of classic donuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sourdough discard
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: cinnamon sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together sourdough discard, apple cider, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: While still warm, brush the top with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar for a donut-inspired finish.
Notes
Serve slices warm with a spread of butter or cream cheese for an extra indulgent treat. You can also add chopped nuts or dried apples to the batter for more texture.