Cinnamon Donut Bread Recipe
This Cinnamon Donut Bread is a soft, moist loaf infused with warm cinnamon flavor, reminiscent of your favorite classic cinnamon donuts. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, it combines a tender crumb with a subtle cinnamon sugar topping for a delightful treat.
- Author: Stella
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (makes about 8 slices) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter (cooled)
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan to ensure the bread doesn’t stick during baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, and cooled melted butter until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Prepare Batter for Baking: Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan. Optionally, sprinkle additional cinnamon sugar on top to enhance the cinnamon flavor and create a slight crust.
- Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the bread; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
Notes
- For a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase the cinnamon to 1.5 tablespoons.
- Allow the bread to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing to ensure clean cuts.
- This bread keeps well at room temperature for up to 2 days; refrigerate for longer storage.
- Optional: Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top before baking for a sweet crust.
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
Keywords: Cinnamon Donut Bread, Cinnamon Bread, Breakfast Bread, Sweet Bread, Loaf Cake, Cinnamon Sugar