Description
A deliciously sweet bread with a cinnamon sugar coating reminiscent of bakery-style donuts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (for coating)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. This blend creates the soft, cake-like structure that makes this bread so tender.
- In a large bowl, mix the sugar and melted butter until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes creamy and fragrant.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir gently just until everything is combined. Overmixing can make the bread dense, so a light hand works best here. The batter should be smooth, thick, and lightly speckled with cinnamon.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The top should be golden and slightly domed.
- While the bread is still warm, carefully remove it from the pan. Brush the entire loaf with melted butter. In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle or roll the loaf in the mixture until it is fully coated. This step transforms the loaf into the classic Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread experience, creating a delicate sweet crust that resembles a bakery-style donut. Let the bread cool slightly before slicing.
Notes
- Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the bread light and fluffy.
- Can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice