Delightful Cinnamon Donut Bread
This loaf brings together the cozy, sweet crunch of a donut and the warm softness of homemade bread—coated in cinnamon‑sugar and perfect for a comforting bake at home.
Equipment
- 8½ × 4½‑inch loaf pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Small bowl (for coating)
Ingredients
Bread Batter
- 2 cups all‑purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 ¼ cups whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
Spiced Sugar Coating
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray an 8½ × 4½‑inch loaf pan with non‑stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined—do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top lightly.
- Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then carefully remove and place on parchment paper.
- While still warm, brush the entire loaf with the melted butter from the coating mixture. Then mix the sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl and sprinkle generously over the loaf, rotating it so all sides are coated.
Notes
This bread is inspired by quick bread meets cake donut—moist crumb on the inside, crisp cinnamon‑sugar coating on the outside. Serve warm and enjoy the comforting aroma.