Description
Cinnamon Sugar Donut Sweet Bread is a delightful fusion of the iconic flavors of cinnamon sugar donuts with the soft, pillowy texture of sweet bread. This indulgent treat fills your kitchen with a warm, sweet aroma as it bakes, offering a golden-brown crust and soft interior, making every slice a nostalgic comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix to avoid a dense bread.
- Grease a loaf pan and pour the batter into it, smoothing the top with a spatula. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar with 2 teaspoons cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the batter.
- Bake the loaf for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent a tough texture.
- Ensure your oven is preheated to guarantee even baking.
- Always check for doneness using a toothpick.
- Room temperature ingredients help better incorporation.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg along with cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Bread, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: cinnamon sugar, donut bread, sweet bread, baked bread, cinnamon dessert