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Cinnamon Swirl Donut Bread

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Ingredients

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    • For the Bread:

        • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

        • 1 tablespoon baking powder

        • ½ teaspoon salt

        • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

        • ¾ cup granulated sugar

        • 2 large eggs

        • 1 cup buttermilk (or use regular milk with a tablespoon of vinegar for a quick buttermilk substitute)

        • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

        • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    • For the Cinnamon Swirl:

        • ¼ cup granulated sugar

        • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

    • For the Glaze (Optional):

        • 1 cup powdered sugar

        • 2 tablespoons milk

        • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Ingredient Highlights

    • Buttermilk: Buttermilk adds moisture and a slight tang to the bread, creating a tender crumb.

    • Cinnamon: The key ingredient for the signature flavor in this bread, cinnamon adds warmth and spice to every bite.

    • Granulated Sugar: Provides sweetness that balances the cinnamon and gives the bread its slightly sweet crust.

    • Vanilla Extract: Adds depth and enhances the other flavors in the bread.

    • Butter: The melted butter makes the bread rich and moist, ensuring a soft texture.

Instructions

Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl Donut Bread Batter:

    1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

    1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

    1. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, whisking until everything is well combined.

    1. Combine the Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this could result in a dense loaf.

Make the Cinnamon Swirl:

    1. Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and sugar for the swirl. Mix well.

Assemble the Bread:

    1. Layer the Batter: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter.

    1. Add More Batter and Cinnamon Sugar: Add the remaining batter on top and smooth it out. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture over the top layer of batter.

    1. Swirl the Cinnamon: Using a knife or toothpick, gently swirl the cinnamon sugar into the batter to create the beautiful ribbon effect. Be careful not to overdo it, as you want the swirl to be visible in each slice.

Bake the Bread:

    1. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. The top should be golden brown.

    1. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Optional Glaze:

    1. Make the Glaze: If you’d like to add a sweet glaze to your bread, simply whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread for a finishing touch.

Slice and Serve:

    1. Serve: Once the bread has cooled, slice it into thick slices and serve. Enjoy your Cinnamon Swirl Donut Bread with a cup of coffee or tea for the perfect treat.

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