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Make your home smell like your favorite bakery with this mouthwatering cinnamon donut bread. Every soft slice brings back memories of those sugary cinnamon donuts we all love, but in an easy-to-slice loaf. We've spent hours getting this just right, so you'll enjoy an incredibly tender texture with beautiful cinnamon swirls that make each bite something special.
Buttermilk is the secret weapon here - it's what gives you that super soft inside that feels just like biting into a fresh donut. Eat it while it's still warm and you'll swear you just picked it up from a donut shop.
Essential Components
- Buttermilk: Makes everything tender with a slight tang that cuts the sweetness
- Molasses: Adds rich caramel flavor to the cinnamon swirl
- Oil mixed with Butter: Keeps everything moist while adding rich taste
- Quality Cinnamon: Try Vietnamese cinnamon if you can find it for extra flavor punch
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Cooking Instructions
- Main Mixture:
- First sift all dry stuff. Whip fats with sugar until light. Add eggs one at a time. Switch between adding flour and buttermilk, don't overmix.
- Spice Blend:
- Take some batter out. Mix in brown sugar, cinnamon, and molasses just enough to combine.
- Putting It Together:
- Pour half the plain batter in, drop spoonfuls of cinnamon mix, make swirls. Do the layers again.
This creation came from a cold winter day when I was craving donuts but didn't want to leave the house.
Perfect Oven Technique
Keep your oven at 350°F the whole time so everything cooks evenly and gets that nice golden color.
Nailing Those Beautiful Swirls
Don't go overboard with swirling - less mixing actually gives you prettier marble patterns.
Do-Ahead Steps
You can mix the cinnamon-sugar coating early, but wait to put it on until right before you serve it.
Ways To Enjoy
It's amazing fresh, or use what's left to make some incredible French toast.
Expert Suggestions
- Take ingredients out of the fridge ahead of time
- Don't substitute the buttermilk if you want real donut flavor
- Let it sit exactly 10 minutes before taking it out of the pan
When cinnamon and sugar smells fill your kitchen, even regular mornings feel special. This bread brings such comfort to weekend breakfasts, especially when you've got family or friends around.
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Common Questions
- → Why swap wet and dry ingredients?
- It keeps the batter fluffy and light instead of making it thick or dense.
- → Is there a buttermilk substitute?
- Yes, mix 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar into milk, then let it sit for five minutes.
- → How do you know the bread is done?
- Stick a toothpick in—if you see only a few crumbs, it's ready!
- → Is freezing this loaf okay?
- Definitely! Wrap it tight and freeze for three months. Add the sugary coating after thawing.
- → Why let the loaf cool before finishing?
- Cooling it keeps the loaf from breaking when you coat it in butter and sugar.