Description
Cinnamon Donut Bread is a delightful fusion of classic cinnamon sugar donuts and quick bread, offering a sliceable loaf that’s perfect for any occasion. With its warm and comforting cinnamon flavor and a crispy sugary topping, this bread makes for an irresistible breakfast treat, dessert, or cozy snack. Whether you’re hosting brunch or enjoying a quiet afternoon at home, this easy-to-make recipe will satisfy your cravings and impress your guests. Ideal for sharing, it’s a nostalgic delight that brings warmth to chilly days, making it the perfect addition to your fall festivities.
Ingredients
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- 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 oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before brushing with melted butter and rolling in cinnamon-sugar topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 237
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 51mg