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Cinnamon Donut Bread Delight

Cinnamon Donut Bread Delight

Cinnamon Donut Bread Delight is a nostalgic quick bread that captures the flavor of donuts in an easy recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Swap for gluten-free flour if desired.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can deepen flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Check it's fresh for optimal results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Do not use more baking powder as a substitute.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt works as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon The star ingredient for flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Optional; omit if not available.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Coconut oil is a suitable dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with milk and a splash of vinegar if necessary.
  • 2 large Eggs Help bind the batter.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Consider using almond extract for a twist.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Packed for added moisture.
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar For topping; can use cinnamon-sugar blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon For topping, enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Optional for drizzling.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • oven

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using).
  3. In another bowl, melt the unsalted butter and whisk together with buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just blended with some lumps.
  5. Mix brown sugar, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon in a small bowl for the topping.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan, sprinkle some cinnamon sugar topping, pour the remaining batter, and top with more cinnamon sugar.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and do not over-mix the batter. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing.

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