Cinnamon Donut Bread – Sweet Easy Recipes You’ll Crave Every Time
Cinnamon Donut Bread is one of those treats that makes you feel like you're getting away with something. It’s a donut. It’s a bread. It’s basically dessert in loaf form, and we all deserve that kind of magic, right?
I first made this on a cold Sunday morning when my kitchen smelled like every cozy memory from childhood. Warm cinnamon sugar, a buttery crust, and that soft, almost cake-like center. No mixer needed, no fuss—just good old-fashioned spoon stirring and a bit of patience while it bakes.
Whether you’re a weekend baker or just craving something sweet without diving into complicated steps, this loaf is a win. You don’t need a donut pan or any special equipment. Just a bowl, a loaf tin, and about an hour later, you'll be slicing into warm, cinnamon-sugar heaven. Let’s make it together.
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- For topping:
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar. Add the egg, buttermilk, and vanilla, and stir until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet, stirring just until combined. Don’t overmix—nobody likes a tough loaf.
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Bake for about 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- While still warm, brush the top with melted butter. Combine cinnamon and sugar, then sprinkle (or dunk generously) over the top.
- Slice. Eat. Repeat.