Cinnamon Donut Bread Recipe: Soft, Sweet & Easy to Make

Every slice of this Cinnamon Donut Bread brings back memories of sweet mornings and warm cinnamon donuts, making it the perfect treat for family gatherings! This soft, flavorful bread is easy to make and tastes just like your favorite cinnamon sugar donuts in loaf form. The irresistible combination of a tender crumb and a crunchy cinnamon sugar topping makes this an instant classic.

Ingredients

For the Bread:

✔ 2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
✔ 1 cup granulated sugar 🍬
✔ 2 teaspoons baking powder 🥄
✔ 1 teaspoon baking soda 🥄
✔ 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon 🌰
✔ ½ teaspoon salt 🧂
✔ 2 large eggs 🥚
✔ 1 cup buttermilk 🥛
✔ ½ cup unsalted butter, melted 🧈
✔ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
✔ ½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional for extra warmth) 🌰

For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:

✔ ¼ cup granulated sugar 🍬
✔ 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 🌰
✔ 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional for extra crispiness) 🧈