Few things feel as comforting as a warm loaf fresh out of the oven. This cozy cinnamon sugar donut bread is soft, tender, and coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar crust that makes every slice taste like a donut. It’s quick to make, requires no yeast, and delivers that nostalgic bakery-style flavor right in your kitchen.
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Cozy Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread – Sweet, Tender & Irresistible
A warm, tender loaf coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar crust that tastes just like a classic donut in sliceable bread form.
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 10–12 slices
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, mix buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
Combine wet and dry ingredients. Stir until just combined.
Pour batter into loaf pan. Bake 45–50 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.
Cool slightly, then remove from pan. Brush loaf with melted butter.
Coat loaf with cinnamon sugar mixture. Slice and serve.
Notes
Do not overmix batter. Coat loaf while warm so cinnamon sugar sticks well. Try adding nutmeg for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert, Quick Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
why you’ll love cozy cinnamon sugar donut bread
This bread is a hybrid between a soft quick bread and a sugary donut. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert. You’ll love it because it’s:
- Simple to make no yeast or rising time.
- Full of warm cinnamon flavor with just the right sweetness.
- Sliceable and easy to share.
If you love cozy bakes like this, don’t miss our Apple Crumb Cake another tender, spiced favorite that pairs perfectly with coffee.
how to make cozy cinnamon sugar donut bread
This recipe comes together with basic pantry staples. A simple batter gets baked until golden, then coated generously in cinnamon sugar for that signature donut finish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice as substitute)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. Bake 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool slightly, then remove from pan. Brush loaf with melted butter.
- Coat generously with cinnamon sugar mixture. Slice and serve warm or at room temp.
tips for success
- Do not overmix the batter or the bread will be dense.
- Coat the loaf while still warm so the cinnamon sugar sticks well.
- For added flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the sugar coating.
creative variations
- Mini Loaves: Bake in mini loaf pans and gift them during the holidays.
- Filled Version: Add a swirl of cinnamon sugar in the middle of the batter for extra sweetness.
Looking for more apple-and-cinnamon magic? Try these Apple Pie Bombs crispy outside, gooey inside, and bursting with cinnamon-apple filling.
serving suggestions
- Enjoy warm slices with coffee or tea for breakfast.
- Serve as part of a brunch spread with fruit and yogurt.
- Add a drizzle of caramel or cream cheese glaze for dessert.
storing leftovers
Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for up to 5 days, or freeze slices for up to 2 months. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven before serving.