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Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread

Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread for Cozy Brunch Moments

This Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread is a delightful recipe that combines warm spices for a cozy brunch experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour You can substitute up to 25% with whole wheat flour.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to reduce the amount for a less sweet treat.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Make sure it's fresh for maximum lift.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Almond or oat milk can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder for the batter.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Can be substituted with margarine if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds warmth and sweetness.
For the Sugar Coating
  • 0.25 cup Unsalted Butter Helps the sugar stick.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Creates a sugary layer outside the bread.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Essential for the recipe.
  • teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional, can be omitted.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Combine dry ingredients in a bowl: whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup of whole milk, 1 large egg, ½ cup of melted unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
  5. Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. In a small bowl, melt ¼ cup of unsalted butter and mix in ½ cup of granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, and a pinch of ground nutmeg.
  7. Sprinkle the spiced sugar mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
  8. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until golden brown, and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use a room temperature egg for better blending. Mix until just combined to prevent tough bread. Ensure even distribution of the sugar topping for maximum flavor.

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