1-Getting started: Getting started with this cinnamon sugar donut bread is straightforward and fun, with preparation taking just about 15 minutes and a total time of around 1 hour 15 minutes. Preheat your oven to 350°F and spray an 8 ½ x 4 ½-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray to set the stage for baking. In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt to create the dry base.

2-Mixing wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk 1 ¼ cups whole milk, 1 large egg at room temperature, 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract until well combined. This step ensures the wet ingredients blend smoothly, adding moisture and flavor. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; the batter should be slightly runny to keep the bread tender.

3-Baking and finishing: Once mixed, pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out with a few crumbs. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and place on parchment paper. For the finishing touch, brush the warm bread with ¼ cup melted unsalted butter and sprinkle a mixture of ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg evenly over it, turning the loaf to coat all sides. For more ideas on quick bakes, check out our quick bread recipes.