Cinnamon Donut Bread Recipe: A Sweet Slice of Comfort 🍩❤️
This Cinnamon Donut Bread is a comforting, sweet treat that fills the kitchen with the warm aroma of cinnamon. It has all the flavors of a cinnamon sugar donut, wrapped in a moist, tender loaf. Perfect for cozy mornings, family gatherings, or a simple afternoon snack, each slice boasts a crunchy cinnamon-sugar crust. With simple pantry ingredients, this easy-to-make bread will be a go-to favorite!
Equipment
- 9x5-inch loaf pan
- Parchment paper (optional)
- Two mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- For the Bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Topping:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Pour and Sprinkle: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Mix the topping ingredients in a small bowl and sprinkle evenly over the batter.
- Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure eggs and buttermilk are at room temperature for better mixing.
Testing for Doneness: Check the bread at the 50-minute mark to avoid overbaking.
Extra Moisture: Add a dollop of sour cream to the wet ingredients for an even richer texture.
Storage: Keep at room temperature for up to 3 days in an airtight container or wrap tightly in plastic. Freeze individual slices for up to 2 months.
Testing for Doneness: Check the bread at the 50-minute mark to avoid overbaking.
Extra Moisture: Add a dollop of sour cream to the wet ingredients for an even richer texture.
Storage: Keep at room temperature for up to 3 days in an airtight container or wrap tightly in plastic. Freeze individual slices for up to 2 months.