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cinnamon donut bread

cinnamon donut bread
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This cinnamon donut bread recipe delivers a soft, moist, and perfectly spiced treat that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon sugar with a tender, cake-like texture. Easy to make with common ingredients, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, and can be customized with various mix-ins or dietary substitutions.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar (a blend of cinnamon and sugar)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray to ensure even baking and easy removal.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt, ensuring even distribution of spices and leavening.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended for moisture and flavor.
  4. Bring It All Together: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir just until combined, leaving some small lumps to keep the bread light and tender. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Add the Batter to the Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and level the surface with a spatula. Then sprinkle generously with the cinnamon sugar topping to create a sweet, crunchy crust.
  6. Bake and Cool: Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Measure flour carefully using the spoon-and-level method to avoid dense bread.
  • Do not overmix the batter; stir just until moistened to maintain a tender crumb.
  • To add more cinnamon flavor, toast the cinnamon before mixing.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for smooth mixing and better texture.
  • Start checking the bread for doneness at 40 minutes to prevent overbaking.

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