Description
This Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread is a delightful sweet treat that combines the flavors of classic cinnamon-sugar donuts in a moist, tender bread. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, this easy-to-make loaf features a soft crumb with a cinnamon sugar swirl and topping, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1/2 cup melted butter (cooled)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Mixture
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (light)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon (used for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gently add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir carefully until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and additional ground cinnamon for the swirl and topping.
- Add Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture into the batter and fold lightly to create swirls.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, then sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture evenly on top.
- Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool slightly in the pan before slicing and serving for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs to ensure smooth mixing with the wet ingredients.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent a dense texture.
- You can substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
- Check bread doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze slices for longer storage.
