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Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe

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This Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread is a delightful twist on traditional banana bread, featuring a sweet cinnamon-sugar swirl that mimics the flavors of classic cinnamon sugar donuts. Soft, moist, and perfectly spiced, it’s an easy-to-make loaf that satisfies your donut craving without the frying. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack, this quick bread is baked to golden perfection and topped with a crunchy cinnamon sugar crust.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to evenly distribute the spices and leavening.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter with 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy, which helps create a tender crumb.
  4. Add Eggs and Liquid: Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the milk and vanilla extract to combine all wet ingredients.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  6. Layer Batter and Topping: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. In a small bowl, mix the remaining ½ cup sugar with 1 tablespoon cinnamon, then sprinkle half of this cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter in the pan.
  7. Add Remaining Batter and Topping: Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon sugar layer, then sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon sugar on top of the batter.
  8. Swirl Batter: Use a knife to gently swirl the batter throughout the pan, creating a marbled cinnamon sugar effect.
  9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is cooked through.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool slightly in the pan before slicing and serving to enhance flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar topping for an added warm spice note reminiscent of classic donuts.
  • Substitute 2% milk or buttermilk in place of whole milk for a slight tang and tender crumb.
  • This batter can be used to make muffins by dividing it into a muffin tin and baking for about 20-25 minutes at the same temperature.

Keywords: Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread, Cinnamon Swirl Bread, Sweet Quick Bread, Breakfast Bread, Donut Inspired Bread

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