Description
A deliciously moist and flavorful cinnamon donut bread that captures the classic taste of cinnamon sugar donuts in a homemade loaf. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and topped with a buttery cinnamon sugar glaze, this easy-to-make bread is ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare the pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan thoroughly to ensure the bread does not stick.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until evenly combined. Set aside.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the vegetable oil or melted butter with granulated sugar until the mixture is well blended. Beat in the egg, followed by the milk and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Bake the bread: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface with a spatula. Place in the oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and prepare the topping: Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer onto a wire rack. While still warm, brush the top generously with melted butter.
- Add cinnamon sugar topping: In a small bowl, combine the 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered top of the warm loaf.
- Serve: Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing into about 10 pieces. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This bread is best enjoyed slightly warm to fully appreciate the cinnamon sugar flavor.
- For a richer taste, substitute vegetable oil with melted butter in the batter.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the bread light and tender.
- Brush the butter topping while the bread is still warm to help the cinnamon sugar stick well.
