This Apple Cider Donut Greek Yogurt Loaf combines the classic flavors of a fall apple cider donut into a moist and tender loaf, making it a perfect treat for autumn mornings or as a delicious dessert. Made with health-conscious ingredients like Greek yogurt and monk fruit sweetener, this loaf offers a lighter, but equally tasty, alternative to traditional sweet breads.
Why You'll Love This: This loaf is not only flavorful, with rich notes of apple cider, cinnamon, and nutmeg, but also healthier due to the use of Greek yogurt and monk fruit sweetener. The Greek yogurt adds a delightful tanginess and ensures the loaf stays moist, while the monk fruit sweetener provides a low-calorie sweetness. This loaf is perfect for those looking to enjoy autumn flavors without the guilt.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for autumn gatherings, brunches, or cozy mornings at home. This loaf is also great for holiday baking and can easily become a delightful addition to your Thanksgiving or Christmas breakfast spread. It's also a thoughtful homemade gift for friends and neighbors.
Decoration Tips: Once the loaf is baked and slightly cooled, brush the top with melted butter and sprinkle with a mixture of monk fruit sweetener, cinnamon, and nutmeg to enhance its donut-like experience. Serve each slice with a light dusting of powdered monk fruit or a drizzle of apple cider glaze for extra sweetness and flair.
Recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Loaf:
- 1 cup organic apple cider
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 tbsp grass-fed unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large organic eggs, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup brown monk fruit sweetener
- 1 1/4 cups organic all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp organic cornstarch
- 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
For the "Donut" Sugar Topping:
- 1 tbsp grass-fed unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup monk fruit sweetener
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk together the apple cider, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, melted butter, eggs, and brown monk fruit sweetener until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined and no flour streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix.
- Bake the Loaf:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Topping:
- Mix the melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and monk fruit sweetener in a small bowl.
- Finish and Serve:
- Once the loaf is slightly cooled, brush the top with the melted butter mixture and sprinkle generously with the sweetener and spice mix.
- Allow the loaf to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing.
Enjoy this Apple Cider Donut Greek Yogurt Loaf as a delightful treat that captures the essence of fall with each spiced, sweet slice. Perfect for sharing or savoring solo with a cup of coffee on a crisp autumn day.