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Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe

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This Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread is a delightful breakfast treat combining the soft, tender crumb of a classic loaf with the sweet, cinnamon-sugar topping reminiscent of freshly made donuts. Perfectly moist and subtly spiced with nutmeg, this bread offers a comforting start to any morning, ideal when brushed with melted butter and generously sprinkled with cinnamon sugar.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups whole milk
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8½ x 4½-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and kosher salt until well combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole milk, room temperature egg, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix just until combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
  5. Bake the Batter: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  6. Cool the Bread: Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then remove it and place it on a sheet of parchment paper or a cooling rack to cool slightly while preparing the topping.
  7. Prepare Topping and Finish: Brush the warm loaf generously with melted butter. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Sprinkle this cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered loaf to create a sweet, fragrant crust.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs to help the batter mix evenly.
  • Do not overmix the batter to ensure the bread remains soft and tender.
  • The loaf pan size is important for baking time and bread shape; avoid using smaller pans to prevent overflow.
  • The cinnamon sugar topping gives the bread a signature donut-like flavor and texture—be generous with the butter and topping for best results.
  • For an extra touch, serve with a glaze or cream cheese frosting, though this is optional.

Keywords: cinnamon sugar donut bread, breakfast bread, cinnamon bread, sweet loaf, homemade donut bread, cinnamon nutmeg bread

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