How to Make Cinnamon Donut Bread (Page 2 ) | July 26, 2025

Step by Step to Make Cinnamon Donut Bread

1: Preheat and Prep

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

2: Combine the Dry Ingredients

• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
• This step ensures even distribution of leavening and spice don’t skip the whisking!

3: Add Wet Ingredients

• In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add in the buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract.
• Stir until smooth and fully blended.

4: Combine and Stir

• Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
• Stir gently until just combined do not overmix or the bread can turn dense.
• If you’re adding chocolate chips or nuts, fold them in at this stage.

5: Pour and Top

• Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
• If desired, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar topping evenly across the surface.

6: Bake

• Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• If the top is browning too quickly, tent the loaf with foil for the last 10 minutes.

7: Cool and Serve

• Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
• Cool completely before slicing (if you can wait I usually can’t).

Tips From My Kitchen

• Use room temperature eggs: They mix more evenly and help the loaf rise better.
• Substitute buttermilk: Mix ¾ cup milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar wait 5 mins and it’s ready.
• Don’t skip the cinnamon sugar topping: It creates that classic donut like crunch.
• Let it cool fully: The flavors deepen and the texture sets perfectly.

My Favorite Serving Ideas

This bread doesn’t need much to shine, but I do love playing with how I serve it. Some of my favorite ways to enjoy cinnamon donut bread:

• Toasted with butter: The heat reactivates the cinnamon and caramelizes the sugar topping.
• With coffee or tea: It’s the perfect companion to a warm mug especially in the morning.
• As French toast: Slice thick, dip in egg custard, and pan fry indulgent and unforgettable.
• With whipped cream: A sweet twist for dessert, especially when topped with cinnamon dust or caramel drizzle.

Creative Twists I Love Adding to Cinnamon Donut Bread

Once you learn how to make cinnamon donut bread, you’ll find it hard to resist experimenting. Over time, I’ve turned this base into a dozen delicious variations all inspired by what I had in my pantry. Here are some of my favorites:

• Brown sugar swirl: Mix 2 tablespoons of brown sugar with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Spoon half the batter into the loaf pan, sprinkle the sugar mix, then top with remaining batter and swirl gently with a knife.
• Apple cinnamon version: Fold ½ cup of finely chopped apples into the batter for an apple fritter style loaf.
• Maple glaze finish: After baking, drizzle with a simple glaze made from ½ cup powdered sugar + 2 tbsp maple syrup + 1 tbsp milk.
• Pecan crunch: Add ½ cup chopped pecans into the batter and top with a few more before baking. It adds a toasted, nutty bite.
• Mini loaves or muffins: This batter works perfectly in muffin tins or mini loaf pans just adjust the bake time to 20-25 minutes.

How I Store and Reheat Cinnamon Donut Bread

This loaf is rich and moist, so it stores beautifully for several days and honestly, it’s just as good cold as it is warm. Here’s how I keep it fresh and delicious throughout the week:

• Room temperature: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Refrigerate: For longer storage (up to a week), refrigerate in a sealed bag or container. Let it come to room temp or warm before serving.
• Freeze: Slice the loaf and wrap individual pieces in parchment, then place them in a freezer safe bag. Thaw at room temp or warm in a toaster oven.
• Reheat: Toast a slice or microwave for 10-15 seconds to bring back the soft, fresh texture.

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even with an easy bake like this, there are a few things that can go wrong especially if you’re multitasking or baking late at night like I often do. Here’s how I’ve troubleshot every issue in my own kitchen:

Problem	Cause	How to Fix It
Loaf is dry	Baked too long or overmixed	Check early, and mix gently just until combined
Loaf sinks in the middle	Underbaked or oven too cool	Use an oven thermometer and bake fully until toothpick comes out clean
Bland flavor	Too little cinnamon or salt	Use high quality cinnamon and never skip the salt it enhances sweetness
Crumb is gummy	Batter was too wet or underbaked	Measure liquids precisely and let the loaf bake fully
Crust too dark	Oven runs hot or sugar on top caramelized too much	Cover with foil for last 10-15 minutes and reduce sugar topping slightly

 

Frequently Asked Questions About How to Make Cinnamon Donut Bread

Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all purpose?

Yes, but it will be denser. I recommend replacing just half the flour with whole wheat to keep it soft.

What can I use instead of buttermilk?

If you don’t have buttermilk, add 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice to ¾ cup milk and let it sit for 5 minutes.

Can I make this dairy free?

Yes. Use a non dairy milk like almond or oat milk, and replace butter or oil with melted coconut oil or plant based margarine.

How do I know it’s fully baked?

The top should be firm and golden, and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean or with dry crumbs.

Can I turn this into muffins?

Absolutely. Divide the batter into a muffin tin and bake for 18-22 minutes. Top with cinnamon sugar before baking for extra crunch.

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