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Amazing Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread – Perfect for Brunch

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread, a moist and tender loaf cake that captures the essence of your favorite donut. Perfect for brunch or a sweet snack, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for cinnamon sugar swirl)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cinnamon sugar swirl)
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar (for cinnamon sugar swirl)
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for cinnamon sugar swirl)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for coating)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for coating)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the warm whole milk (around 105-115°F / 40-46°C), a tablespoon of granulated sugar, and the active dry yeast. Give it a gentle stir and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
  2. To the foamy yeast mixture, add the remaining granulated sugar, softened unsalted butter, large eggs, vanilla extract, and a teaspoon of salt. Mix well until everything is combined.
  3. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed with a dough hook attachment (or by hand with a sturdy spoon) until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Increase the mixer speed to medium-low and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth, elastic, and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
  5. Lightly grease a large bowl with oil. Place the dough in the bowl, turning it once to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
  6. While the dough is rising, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and set aside. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup light brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon. Stir until well mixed.
  7. Once the dough has doubled, gently punch it down to release the air. Turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and roll it into a large rectangle, approximately 18×12 inches. Brush the melted butter evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture generously over the buttered dough.
  8. Starting from one long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam closed to seal. Carefully transfer the log to a lightly greased 9×5-inch loaf pan, seam-side down.
  9. Cover the loaf pan with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for another 30-45 minutes, or until it has nearly doubled in size and looks puffy. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  10. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. While the bread is cooling slightly (still warm), melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter. In a separate shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon.
  12. Once the bread is out of the oven, let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before carefully removing it to a wire rack. While still warm, generously brush all sides of the bread with the melted butter. Then, roll the entire loaf in the cinnamon sugar mixture, pressing gently to ensure a good coating.
  13. Let the Cinnamon Sugar Donut Bread cool completely on the wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Keywords: For the best texture, ensure your yeast is fresh and active. You can use dairy-free alternatives for milk and butter if desired. For added flavor, consider incorporating a pinch of nutmeg or orange zest into the cinnamon sugar mixture.

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