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Soft Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread

Soft Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread That's Irresistibly Moist

This Soft Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread is irresistibly moist, making it a perfect treat for brunch or afternoon tea.
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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: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1/4 cup Canola Oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 cup Sugar or coconut sugar for a healthier twist
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract or almond extract
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt reduce for low-sodium
  • 1 cup Buttermilk or milk with vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Molasses or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Melted Unsalted Butter for coating
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar or dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter, canola oil, and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate eggs and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt; add to wet mixture alternately with buttermilk.
  5. Reserve 1 cup of batter, mix with molasses and cinnamon, and set aside.
  6. Layer the plain batter and cinnamon-molasses mixture in the loaf pan.
  7. Swirl the batter gently to create a marbled effect.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes; check doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Brush cooled bread with melted butter and coat with cinnamon sugar mixture.
  11. Slice and serve warm for the best experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter and avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and fluffy.

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