Preheat oven to 350° F. Grease standard size loaf pan with butter, oil spray, or your favorite greaser.
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Using a large bowl, sift in . Mix in , , , (if using) and until just combined. Don’t mix it too hard, because the bubbles in the cider will help the bread rise. That’s science! Pour into prepared loaf pan. 3 mins
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Pour on top of the mixture. (Do NOT mix the butter into the batter.) This step is optional but gives the top a nice crusty texture. 1 min
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Bake on the middle rack of the oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool on wire rack for 3-10 minutes. Remove bread from pan and cool completely
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