Description

Cinnamon Donut Bread brings all the cozy flavors of your favorite cinnamon donut into a simple, easy-to-make loaf. The warm cinnamon taste paired with a buttery, tender crumb creates a delightful treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or sharing with loved ones. Enjoy all the flavor without the hassle of frying!

Ingredients

For the Bread:

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs, room temperature

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup buttermilk, room temperature

For the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 tbsp ground cinnamon

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Instructions

Preheat & Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Add Wet Ingredients
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and finish with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 50–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool slightly.
Coat with Cinnamon-Sugar
Brush the slightly cooled bread with the melted butter, then coat with the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Allow it to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Add-ins: Feel free to add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans into the batter for a crunchy texture.
Glaze: Drizzle a simple powdered sugar glaze over the cooled bread for an extra touch of sweetness.
Spices: Experiment with additional spices such as nutmeg or allspice to elevate the flavor profile.