Cinnamon Donut Bread

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Cinnamon Bliss – Every bite is packed with cozy, warm cinnamon flavor.
• Donut-Inspired Goodness – Enjoy the taste of a classic cinnamon donut without the hassle of frying.
• Easy to Make – Simple ingredients and foolproof steps make it perfect for beginners.
• Great for Sharing – Ideal for gifting, potlucks, or enjoying with family and friends.
• Customizable – Add nuts, a glaze, or extra spices to make it your own.

Ingredients

For the Bread:

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup buttermilk, room temperature

For the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

Step 4: Add Wet Ingredients

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6: Bake

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in 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.

Step 7: Coat with Cinnamon-Sugar

(Complete this step as needed.)