Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour Forms the base structure of the bread.
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar Sweetens the bread and adds to the coating for that signature crunch.
– 2 teaspoons baking powder Helps the bread rise and achieve a fluffy texture.
– ½ teaspoon salt Balances the flavors and enhances the overall taste.
– 1 ¼ cups whole milk (or 2% milk as an alternative) Adds moisture and richness to the batter.
– 1 large egg at room temperature Binds the ingredients together for a tender crumb.
– 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter Contributes to the bread’s moistness and flavor.
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Infuses a warm, aromatic essence into the mix.
– ¼ cup melted unsalted butter Used for the spiced sugar coating to help it stick.
– ½ cup granulated sugar Part of the coating for extra sweetness.
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Provides the warm spice in the coating.
– ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg Adds a subtle depth to the spiced sugar mixture.
Instructions
1-Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease an 8 ½ x 4 ½-inch loaf pan to ensure easy removal later.
2-Mix the dry ingredients in one bowl: combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
3-Whisk the wet ingredients together in another bowl: 1 ¼ cups whole milk (or 2% as an alternative), 1 large egg at room temperature, 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract.
4-Gently combine the wet and dry mixtures until just incorporated, resulting in a slightly runny batter that bakes up moist and tender.
5-Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few crumbs and the top is golden brown.
6-After baking, let it cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to parchment paper.
7-While still warm, brush the loaf with ¼ cup melted unsalted butter and coat it evenly with a mixture of ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg by sprinkling and turning the bread to cover all sides. This step gives it that irresistible spiced sugar coating, mimicking the flavor of classic donuts.
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🍞 For softer texture, avoid overmixing the batter to prevent gluten development.
🌿 Save extra spiced sugar to sprinkle on toast or muffins for added flavor.
❄️ Bread can be frozen for 1-6 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Bread, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 295 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg