Cinnamon Swirl Donut Bread
A heavenly cross between cinnamon rolls and fluffy donuts—perfect with coffee!
Ingredients
For the Bread:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup (240ml) milk
- ¼ cup (60g) melted butter
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- ⅓ cup (65g) brown sugar
- 1½ tbsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
For the Glaze (Optional):
- ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Prep & Mix Batter
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed (don’t overmix—small lumps are fine).
2. Layer the Swirl
- Pour half the batter into the loaf pan.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle half over the batter.
- Repeat with remaining batter and cinnamon sugar.
- Use a knife to swirl gently (don’t overmix!).
3. Bake & Glaze
- Bake for 45–55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
- Optional glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla, then drizzle over warm bread.
Tips for Success
✔ Use room-temperature ingredients for even mixing.
✔ Swirl lightly—just 2–3 passes with a knife to keep defined layers.
✔ Serve warm for melty cinnamon goodness!
This bread is soft, buttery, and smells like a cinnamon donut—ideal for brunch or dessert. Pair with coffee or hot chocolate!
