Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread

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Soft, sweet, and irresistibly cinnamon-swirled

If you love cinnamon sugar donuts, this Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread brings all that warm, nostalgic flavor straight to your kitchen—without any frying or fuss. This cozy, bakery-style quick bread is perfect for weekend brunch, afternoon coffee, or a make-ahead treat for busy mornings. The batter comes together in minutes, and as it bakes, your home fills with the most incredible cinnamon-donut aroma. With a tender crumb, a buttery sugar coating, and classic cinnamon warmth, this recipe is guaranteed to become a repeat favorite. Perfect for fall, holidays, or anytime you want something sweet and simple.

⏱️ Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
  • Total Time: 55–60 minutes
  • Servings: 10 slices

📝 Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¾ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
  • ⅓ cup melted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Loaf pan (8×4 or 9×5)
  • Cooling rack
  • Pastry brush (optional)

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Preheat & prep.
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your loaf pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients.
    In one bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
  3. Mix wet ingredients.
    In a second bowl, whisk buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Combine.
    Pour wet mixture into dry. Stir gently until just combined—don’t overmix. Batter should be thick and slightly lumpy 😊.
  5. Bake.
    Pour into the loaf pan and bake 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool slightly.
    Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
  7. Coat like a donut!
    Brush warm bread with melted butter, then sprinkle (or roll!) in cinnamon sugar until fully coated. It should look sparkly and smell amazing 😍.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Add swirls: Sprinkle extra cinnamon sugar in the middle layer before baking for a stronger donut vibe.
  • Make ahead: This bread keeps well for 3–4 days in an airtight container.
  • Freeze it: Wrap tightly and freeze up to 2 months. Thaw overnight and warm slices for best texture.
  • Try variations: Add chocolate chips, chopped apples, or a cream cheese glaze for fun twists.

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