Imagine tearing into a loaf so soft it feels like a cloud, but with the sinful crunch of cinnamon sugar coating every bite. This isn’t just sweet bread—it’s a donut’s fancy cousin who showed up to brunch and stole the show. Why settle for plain when you can have cinnamon sugar donut sweet bread?
It’s breakfast, dessert, and a midnight snack all in one. And no, you don’t need a deep fryer or a degree in baking to make it. Ready to upgrade your carb game?
Why This Recipe Works
This bread combines the best parts of a donut and a loaf cake—minus the hassle.
The texture? Pillowy soft inside, crispy-sugary outside. The flavor? Warm cinnamon, buttery richness, and just enough sweetness to make you forget your problems.
Plus, it’s easier than convincing kids to eat vegetables. You mix, bake, coat, and devour. No fancy techniques, no weird ingredients.
Just pure, unapologetic deliciousness.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- For the bread: All-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, eggs, butter, vanilla extract
- For the coating: Melted butter, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon (the hero of this story)
How to Make Cinnamon Sugar Donut Sweet Bread
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan. Pro tip: Lining it with parchment paper saves you from future loaf-stuck-in-pan trauma.
- Whisk dry ingredients—flour, sugar, baking powder, salt—in a bowl. Pretend you’re a scientist.A very hungry scientist.
- Mix wet ingredients—milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla—in another bowl. Combine with dry ingredients. Stir until just mixed; overworking = tough bread.Nobody wants that.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool slightly, then remove from the pan.
- Brush with melted butter and roll in cinnamon sugar while warm. This step is non-negotiable unless you enjoy disappointment.
How to Store This Masterpiece
Store leftovers (lol, as if) in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze for up to a month. Reheat in the oven or microwave for 10 seconds to revive the magic. FYI, it’s also amazing toasted with a smear of cream cheese.
Why You Should Make This ASAP
This bread is versatile (breakfast? dessert? snack attack?), easy (no yeast, no kneading), and crowd-pleasing (even picky eaters surrender).
It’s also cheaper than buying a dozen artisanal donuts. Plus, your kitchen will smell like a cinnamon-scented paradise. Win-win-win.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Overmixing the batter: It’s not a workout.Stir until just combined, or your bread will be denser than a textbook.
- Skipping the butter coating: The cinnamon sugar won’t stick. This is a tragedy waiting to happen.
- Baking in a cold oven: Preheat properly, or you’ll get uneven results. Patience, young baker.
Swaps and Substitutions
No milk?
Use almond or oat milk. Out of butter? Coconut oil works (but we mourn for you).
Want extra flair? Add nutmeg or cardamom to the dry ingredients. For a gluten-free version, swap in a 1:1 GF flour blend.
IMO, the coating is sacred, but if you’re anti-sugar, try erythritol and cinnamon. Just don’t tell us about it.
FAQs
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Bake the loaf, let it cool completely, and store it uncoated.
Add the butter and cinnamon sugar right before serving for maximum crunch.
Why is my bread dry?
You overbaked it or overmixed the batter. Next time, set a timer and resist the urge to stir it into oblivion.
Can I use a bundt pan instead?
Absolutely. Adjust baking time (check at 35 minutes) and enjoy the fancy shape.
Just don’t forget to grease every nook and cranny.
Final Thoughts
This cinnamon sugar donut sweet bread is the love child of laziness and indulgence. It’s stupidly simple, irresistibly tasty, and guaranteed to disappear faster than your motivation to diet. Make it.
Share it (or don’t). Thank us later.
