Description
This Cinnamon Donut Bread is a deliciously sweet and spiced loaf, bursting with the flavors of cinnamon donuts. A perfect option for breakfast, brunch, or as a comforting snack with your favorite cup of coffee. With its soft texture and irresistible cinnamon topping, this quick bread will quickly become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Bread
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
For the Topping
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×4-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the eggs, whole milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using).
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be cautious not to overmix.
- Prepare the Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
- Make the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the batter.
- Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy your Cinnamon Donut Bread as a cozy treat or delightful breakfast.
Notes
- Make It Dairy-Free: Substitute the butter with dairy-free margarine or coconut oil, and use a plant-based milk like almond milk.
- Add-Ins: Add some chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for an extra touch of flavor.
- Store: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or freeze for up to 3 months.
- For extra sweetness, drizzle with icing or serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of loaf)
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg