Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe is the fastest way to get that fresh-donut flavor without yeast or hot oil. The batter comes together in one bowl, bakes into a moist loaf, and gets rolled in crunchy cinnamon sugar while it’s still warm. My kids call it “breakfast cake,” and I’m not arguing. Pair it with my Soft & Chewy Lemon Cookies for the ultimate weekend brunch spread.
Why You'll Love Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe – Easy 40-Minute Treat
Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe: one bowl, pantry staples, 40 minutes. Soft, buttery, cinnamon-sugar crust—tastes like your favorite donut without frying!
- No yeast, no fryer—just whisk, bake, coat
- Pantry staples you already have
- Kid-approved; freezes beautifully
- Makes your house smell like a bakery
Ingredients for Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe – Easy 40-Minute Treat
Buttermilk: use whole milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice if outButter: salted works—skip the ½ tsp salt
- Buttermilk: use whole milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice if out
- Butter: salted works—skip the ½ tsp salt
Ingredient Note: Full measurements for Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe – Easy 40-Minute Treat are listed in the printable recipe card below.
How to Make Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe – Easy 40-Minute Treat
Step 1 — Prep & Preheat
Preheat & Prep: Heat oven to 350 °F. Grease an 8×4-inch loaf pan.
Step 2 — Cook and Build Flavor
Whisk Dry: In a bowl combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Step 3 — Finish, Taste, and Adjust
Mix Wet: In a second bowl whisk melted butter, sugar, egg, vanilla, and buttermilk until smooth.
Expert Tips for Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe – Easy 40-Minute Treat
- Don’t over-mix—lumps are fine for tender crumb
- Coat twice for extra crunch
- Mini loaf pans? Bake 18–20 min
Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe – Easy 40-Minute Treat
Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe: one bowl, pantry staples, 40 minutes. Soft, buttery, cinnamon-sugar crust—tastes like your favorite donut without frying!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup buttermilk
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
Optional Toppings
- 2 tbsp melted butter for brushing
- ¼ cup granulated sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon for coating
Instructions
How to Make Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe
- Preheat & Prep: Heat oven to 350 °F. Grease an 8×4-inch loaf pan.
- Whisk Dry: In a bowl combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Mix Wet: In a second bowl whisk melted butter, sugar, egg, vanilla, and buttermilk until smooth.
- Combine: Stir dry into wet just until no flour streaks remain; pour into pan.
- Bake: 25–28 min until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool 10 min, then turn out.
- Coat: Brush warm loaf with melted butter and roll in cinnamon-sugar. Slice and devour.
Nutrition (per serving)
Storage, Freezing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended (texture changes).
- Serve/Reheat: Best chilled or at room temperature.
Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe – Easy 40-Minute Treat FAQs
Yes—bake, cool, and store unfrosted at room temp overnight. Coat in cinnamon-sugar just before serving.
Stir ¾ cup milk with 1 tbsp white vinegar or lemon juice; let stand 5 min.
Wrap tightly and keep at room temperature 2 days or refrigerate 5 days.
Over-baking or too much flour. Measure flour by spoon-and-level method and check oven temp with a thermometer.
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