Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Cinnamon Bliss : Packed with the cozy warmth of cinnamon in every bite.
- Donut-Inspired Flavor : Captures the essence of a cinnamon donut without the frying hassle.
- Easy to Make : Simple ingredients and straightforward steps make it beginner-friendly.
- Perfect for Sharing : Great for gifting, potlucks, or enjoying with family and friends.
- Customizable : Add nuts, glaze, or extra spices to make it your own.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Bread:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter , softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs , room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk , room temperature
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter , melted (for brushing)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) . Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
Step 4: Add Wet Ingredients
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6: Bake
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50–55 minutes , or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool slightly.
Step 7: Coat with Cinnamon-Sugar
