Indulging in a comforting and delicious Cinnamon Donut Loaf is a wonderful way to enjoy a classic flavor combination. Imagine a moist, tender loaf cake infused with sweet cinnamon and sugar, reminiscent of homemade cinnamon donuts. This easy cinnamon loaf recipe utilizes affordable baking ingredients, making it perfect for family-friendly recipes on a budget.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until well blended.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once done, remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
