Apple Cider Cinnamon Bread Recipe
This Apple Cider Cinnamon Bread is a cozy fall-inspired quick bread packed with warm cinnamon spice and rich apple cider flavor. Perfect for family gatherings, brunch, or enjoying with a cup of coffee.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings
- Category: Bread, Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
2 cups apple cider (reduced to 1/2 cup)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional topping: 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar
Instructions
1. Simmer apple cider over medium heat until reduced to about 1/2 cup. Let cool.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment.
3. Whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl.
4. Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and sour cream.
5. Stir in reduced cider. Fold in dry mixture until just combined—do not overmix.
6. Pour batter into loaf pan. Sprinkle optional cinnamon sugar topping.
7. Bake 50–60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
8. Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Store at room temperature up to 3 days, refrigerate up to 1 week, or freeze up to 3 months.
Can also be baked as muffins (18–22 minutes).
Add-ins like walnuts, pecans, or chopped apples work beautifully.
Find it online: https://homecookstudio.com/apple-cider-cinnamon-bread/