Cinnamon Sugar Donut Sweet Bread – The Ultimate Comfort Loaf!

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Indulge in the warm, buttery, cinnamon-sugar goodness of donuts—in loaf form! This ultra-soft, fluffy sweet bread is swirled with cinnamon sugar, baked to golden perfection, and brushed with melted butter for that irresistible glazed-donut finish. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dessert!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Tastes Like a Cinnamon Donut – But even easier to make!
✅ Pillowy Soft Texture – Moist, tender crumb every time.
✅ No Frying Needed – Baked, not fried, but just as delicious.
✅ Smells Like Heaven – Your kitchen will be filled with warm cinnamon bliss.

Ingredients

For the Bread:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 large egg, room temp
  • 1 cup milk (whole or buttermilk for extra richness)
  • ¼ cup melted butter (or vegetable oil)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)

For the Donut Glaze (Optional):

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp milk
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prep & Mix Dry Ingredients

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2: Combine Wet Ingredients

  1. In another bowl, beat the egg, then mix in milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
  2. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir just until combined (don’t overmix).

Step 3: Layer the Cinnamon Swirl

  1. Pour half the batter into the loaf pan.
  2. Mix sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle half over the batter.
  3. Add remaining batter, then top with the rest of the cinnamon sugar.
  4. Use a knife to swirl gently for a marbled effect.

Step 4: Bake & Glaze

  1. Bake for 45-55 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Brush the hot loaf with melted butter (for that donut-like finish!).
  3. Let cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan.

Step 5: Optional Glaze

  1. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Drizzle over the cooled bread before slicing.

Tips for the Best Donut Bread

🔹 Don’t Overmix – A few lumps are okay for a tender crumb.
🔹 Extra Fluffy? Swap ½ cup milk for sour cream or Greek yogurt.
🔹 Make It Ahead – This bread stays moist for 3 days at room temp.

Serving Suggestions

  • Warm with a pat of butter for breakfast.
  • Serve with coffee or hot chocolate for dunking.
  • Add chopped nuts or raisins to the batter for extra texture.

Final Thoughts

This Cinnamon Sugar Donut Sweet Bread is the ultimate hybrid of soft, sweet bread and a cinnamon-sugar donut. Easy to make and impossible to resist—your family will beg for it weekly!

Slice, savor, and enjoy! 🍞☕

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