🍞 Why I Make This Bread on Repeat

This Cinnamon Donut Bread is a weekly staple in my kitchen—and once you try it, you’ll see why!

⭐ What Makes It So Special

• Simple ingredients: Everything is already in your pantry.

• No yeast required: No waiting or proofing—just mix, bake, and enjoy.

• Moist & tender texture: Soft, melt-in-your-mouth goodness.

• Totally customizable: Add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts blend in beautifully.

• Perfect for gifting: It’s a crowd-pleaser and makes a lovely homemade gift.

🛒 Ingredients

Dry

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 2 tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• ½ tsp salt

Wet

• 2 large eggs

• ¾ cup buttermilk (or ¾ cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar, let sit 5 min)

• ⅓ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional (but recommended)

• Cinnamon sugar topping: 2 tbsp sugar + ½ tsp cinnamon

• Mix-ins: ½ cup chopped pecans, chocolate chips, or dried fruit

👩‍🍳 How to Make Cinnamon Donut Bread

1. Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease or line a 9×5″ loaf pan.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk:

• Flour

• Sugar

• Baking powder

• Baking soda

• Cinnamon

• Salt

(Don’t skip the whisking—this ensures everything is evenly distributed.)

3. Mix Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk:

• Eggs

• Buttermilk

• Oil

• Vanilla

Mix until smooth and fully blended.

4. Combine

Pour wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
Gently stir until just combined—do not overmix.
Fold in any mix-ins (chocolate chips, nuts, etc.).

5. Pour & Top

Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar topping, if using.

6. Bake

Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
If browning too quickly, tent with foil during the last 10 minutes.

7. Cool & Serve

Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Cool completely before slicing (if you can wait—I usually can’t!).

🔥 Tips from My Kitchen

• Room temp eggs help the loaf rise evenly.

• No buttermilk? Mix milk with lemon juice or vinegar.

• Cinnamon sugar topping = that classic donut crunch.

• Let it cool fully for best flavor and texture.

🧁 How I Love to Serve It

• Toasted with butter: The sugar caramelizes beautifully.

• With coffee or tea: Perfect cozy pairing.

• As French toast: Dip slices in custard and fry—next level.

• With whipped cream & caramel: Dessert-worthy!

🌀 Creative Twists I Love

• Brown sugar swirl:
  Swirl 2 tbsp brown sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon in the middle of the batter.

• Apple cinnamon loaf:
  Add ½ cup finely chopped apples for an apple fritter vibe.

• Maple glaze finish:
  Mix ½ cup powdered sugar + 2 tbsp maple syrup + 1 tbsp milk. Drizzle after baking.

• Pecan crunch:
  Fold ½ cup chopped pecans into batter + extra on top before baking.

• Mini loaves or muffins:
  Use muffin tins or mini loaf pans—bake for 20–25 minutes.

🧊 How to Store & Reheat

• Room Temp:
  Wrap tightly or store in airtight container up to 3 days.

• Refrigerate:
  Lasts up to 1 week. Bring to room temp or warm before serving.

• Freeze:
  Slice, wrap in parchment, and freeze in a zip-top bag. Thaw or toast to reheat.

• Reheat:
  Toast or microwave a slice for 10–15 seconds to revive that fresh-baked texture.