If you love the taste of cinnamon donuts but want something easy to bake at home, this Cinnamon Donut Bread is the perfect treat. It’s a soft, moist quick bread with a tender crumb, coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar topping that gives it that irresistible donut-like flavor and texture. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack, this bread fills your kitchen with the cozy aroma of cinnamon and sugar while keeping the recipe simple — no yeast, no frying, just pure comfort in every slice.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Tastes like a cinnamon sugar donut in loaf form
Quick and easy — no mixer or yeast needed
Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or gifting
Freezes beautifully for later enjoyment
Ready in under an hour
Recipe Overview
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8–10 slices
Ingredients
For the Bread:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1 cup milk
¼ cup melted butter
2 eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
¼ cup melted butter
⅓ cup sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Add wet ingredients. Whisk together milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla; pour into dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Bake. Pour batter into the loaf pan and bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Coat with cinnamon sugar. Brush warm bread with melted butter and sprinkle (or roll) in cinnamon sugar for a donut-like crust.
- Cool slightly and serve. Slice and enjoy warm with coffee or tea.
Pro Tips & FAQs
Can I make this into muffins? Yes! Bake at 350°F for 20–22 minutes.
How do I store it? Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week.
Can I freeze it? Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months — reheat slices before serving.
Nutrition Summary
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 slice | 290 | 4g | 45g | 10g | 1g | 26g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition values are approximate and can vary based on ingredients used.
