Description
Cinnamon Donut Bread is a delightful blend of warm spices and sweet flavors that brings the nostalgic essence of classic cinnamon sugar donuts into a soft, sliceable loaf. This recipe is incredibly versatile, making it ideal for breakfast, dessert, or as a cozy snack alongside your favorite hot beverage. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can create this mouthwatering treat in their own kitchens. The crispy sugary topping and tender bread make every slice irresistible—perfect for gatherings or just enjoying at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Topping: 2 tbsp melted butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until blended.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently; do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar topping while warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg