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Irresistibly Soft Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread Recipe

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This Irresistibly Soft Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread combines the rich flavors of cinnamon and molasses in a moist, tender loaf that tastes just like your favorite donut. Swirled with a cinnamon-molasses mixture and coated in a buttery cinnamon-sugar topping, this bread is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

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Batter Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Canola Oil (can substitute with vegetable or coconut oil)
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (softened) (margarine can be used as a dairy-free alternative)
  • 1 cup Sugar (or coconut sugar for lower glycemic option)
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract (almond extract can be used for a twist)
  • 2 Large Eggs (room temperature) (can use flax eggs for vegan version)
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (a gluten-free flour blend can be used)
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder (ensure it’s fresh)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt (reduce in low-sodium diets if needed)
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk (or mix ½ tsp of vinegar with ½ cup milk as substitute)
  • 1/4 cup Molasses (brown sugar can be used as alternative)
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (pumpkin pie spice can be used for a seasonal flavor)

Coating

  • 1/4 cup Melted Unsalted Butter (for coating the bread)
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar (dark brown sugar can enhance flavor)
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (can use a sugar alternative)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan by spraying it with non-stick spray to ensure the bread doesn’t stick after baking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the softened butter, canola oil, and sugar until the mixture becomes creamy and well combined, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract into the butter-oil mixture until the batter is smooth and homogenous.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, mixing until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  5. Prepare Cinnamon Molasses Mixture: Take a portion of the batter and transfer it to a separate bowl. Stir in the cinnamon and molasses until evenly combined.
  6. Layer the Batter: Pour half of the plain batter into the prepared loaf pan, then add half of the cinnamon-molasses batter over it. Repeat layering the remaining plain batter and then the molasses batter.
  7. Swirl the Batter: Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl through the layered batters to create a marbled pattern throughout the loaf.
  8. Bake the Bread: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the bread is ready.
  9. Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes to firm up, then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Coat the Loaf: Once the bread is fully cooled, dip it in the melted unsalted butter, then roll it in a mixture of light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and extra cinnamon to give it a sweet, crunchy cinnamon sugar coating reminiscent of a donut.

Notes

  • For a vegan alternative, use flax eggs and margarine instead of butter.
  • You can substitute buttermilk with milk mixed with ½ teaspoon vinegar for acidity.
  • For a gluten-free version, replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
  • Adjust the sugar types based on dietary needs; coconut sugar for lower glycemic index, or sugar alternatives as preferred.
  • Make sure baking powder is fresh for proper rise.
  • To enhance flavor, dark brown sugar can be used instead of light brown sugar in the cinnamon-sugar coating.
  • Don’t overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and soft.

Keywords: cinnamon sugar bread, donut bread, sweet bread, cinnamon molasses bread, swirl bread, breakfast loaf

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