Description
This Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread recipe brings the comforting flavor of old-fashioned donuts into a moist, tender loaf. It’s easy to make with no yeast or frying required, perfect for breakfast or a coffee break.
Ingredients
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- For the Batter:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- For the Topping:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar until well combined. This ensures the leavening agents and spices are evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and the melted and slightly cooled unsalted butter until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay and will contribute to a tender texture.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ¼ cup brown sugar and 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon for the cinnamon swirl.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar swirl mixture all over this first layer.
- Pour the remaining batter on top of the cinnamon sugar layer and smooth the surface gently with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before carefully transferring it to a wire rack to cool further.
- While the loaf is still warm, brush the top with the 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter.
- In a small bowl, mix together the 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the buttered top.
- Allow the Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread to cool completely on the wire rack before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This bread stays fresh at room temperature for up to 3 days when wrapped tightly or stored in an airtight container.
- For added texture and flavor, you can stir ½ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter.
- Consider a vanilla glaze made from powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract for a different finish.
- Swap cinnamon for pumpkin pie spice in the swirl for a fall-inspired variation.
- Mini loaves or muffins can be made by adjusting the baking time accordingly (muffins typically take 18-22 minutes).
- Add mini chocolate chips to the batter for a cinnamon-chocolate treat.
- This recipe can be frozen after cooling completely, wrapped well, for up to 2 months.
- A sunken loaf may indicate it was underbaked or the batter was overmixed.
- Brown sugar can be substituted with white sugar, but brown sugar adds moisture and depth of flavor.
- The cinnamon swirl is key to the distinct donut-shop flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: Approximately 250-300 kcal (estimated)
- Sugar: Approximately 15-20g (estimated)
- Sodium: Approximately 150-200mg (estimated)
- Fat: Approximately 12-15g (estimated)
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 7-9g (estimated)
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 5-7g (estimated)
- Trans Fat: 0g (estimated)
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 35-40g (estimated)
- Fiber: Approximately 1-2g (estimated)
- Protein: Approximately 3-4g (estimated)
- Cholesterol: Approximately 50-60mg (estimated)