Description
This Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread brings all the flavors of a classic old-fashioned donut into a soft, moist quick bread. With a tender crumb and a buttery cinnamon-sugar crust, it’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack with coffee or tea. No yeast or frying required—just mix, bake, and enjoy the nostalgic comfort of cinnamon sugar in every bite.
Ingredients
For the bread:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
For the cinnamon sugar topping:
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil during the last 15 minutes.
Once baked, let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack.
While the bread is still warm, brush the top and sides generously with melted butter. Immediately sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture all over, pressing lightly so it sticks.
Let the bread cool completely before slicing for best texture, though it’s irresistible slightly warm.
Notes
This bread is best served the day it’s made but keeps well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also toast slices for a few minutes to bring back that fresh-from-the-oven taste. For a richer flavor, try using brown sugar in the topping or adding a swirl of cinnamon sugar through the batter before baking.