Easy Cinnamon Donut Loaf

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🍩 Easy Cinnamon Donut Loaf – Soft, Sweet, and Irresistibly Cozy

🧁 Introduction

If you love classic cinnamon sugar donuts, this Easy Cinnamon Donut Loaf will steal your heart from the very first bite. It has the same warm cinnamon flavor, soft fluffy texture, and sweet buttery coating—but in a simple loaf form that’s much easier to make at home.

This loaf is perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or dessert. The buttery cinnamon sugar topping creates that iconic donut taste, while the inside stays moist, tender, and rich. No frying required—just bake, coat, and enjoy!

📜 History of Cinnamon Donut Bread

Cinnamon sugar donuts have been loved since the 19th century, especially in Europe and North America. Traditionally fried, home bakers later created donut-style breads to enjoy the same flavor with easier baking methods.

The donut loaf became popular because it:

  • Requires no deep frying
  • Uses simple pantry ingredients
  • Is faster and easier
  • Keeps longer

Today, it’s a favorite comfort food around the world.

🧾 Ingredients

For the Loaf:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter

For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:

  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

🍶 Formation of Ingredients (Why Each Matters)

  • Flour: Gives structure
  • Sugar: Sweetness and softness
  • Baking powder: Makes it rise
  • Milk: Moisture and tenderness
  • Eggs: Richness and binding
  • Butter: Flavor and softness
  • Cinnamon: Signature donut flavor

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C)
  • Grease a loaf pan

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a bowl, combine:

  • Flour
  • Sugar
  • Baking powder
  • Salt
  • Cinnamon

Mix well.

Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, combine:

  • Milk
  • Eggs
  • Vanilla
  • Oil or butter

Mix until smooth.

Step 4: Combine

  • Add wet ingredients to dry
  • Mix gently
  • Do NOT overmix

Step 5: Bake

  • Pour into loaf pan
  • Bake 45–55 minutes
  • Toothpick should come out clean

Cool 10 minutes, remove from pan.

Step 6: Add Cinnamon Sugar Topping

  • Brush loaf with melted butter
  • Mix sugar + cinnamon
  • Sprinkle or roll loaf in mixture

🍽️ Methods of Preparation

Method 1: Classic Method

Bake and coat whole loaf

Method 2: Slice and Coat Method

Slice first, coat each slice

Method 3: Extra Rich Method

Dip twice for thick coating

❤️ Why People Love This Recipe

This loaf is loved because it is:

  • Easy to make
  • Soft and fluffy
  • Sweet and buttery
  • Smells amazing
  • Tastes like real donuts

Kids and adults both love it.

🌟 Serving Ideas

Serve with:

  • Coffee ☕
  • Tea 🍵
  • Milk 🥛

Optional toppings:

  • Glaze
  • Honey
  • Cream cheese

🧊 Storage Tips

  • Room temperature: 3 days
  • Fridge: 7 days
  • Freezer: 3 months

🧁 Conclusion

Easy Cinnamon Donut Loaf is one of the best homemade comfort breads you can make. It combines the nostalgic flavor of cinnamon donuts with the simplicity of baking.

It’s:

  • Easy
  • Delicious
  • Affordable
  • Perfect anytime

Once you try it, you’ll want to make it again and again.

💕 Lovers of This Recipe

This recipe is perfect for:

  • Breakfast lovers
  • Donut lovers
  • Kids
  • Families
  • Dessert fans

If you want, I can also give you:

  • 🍩 Super Soft Bakery Version
  • 🍩 Moist Professional Version
  • 🍩 Quick 5-Minute Prep Version
  • 🍩 No-Egg Version

Just tell me!

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