Description
A whimsical fusion of a classic loaf cake and Old Fashioned doughnut flavors, this tender and spiced cake is topped with a smooth glaze. Ideal for breakfast or tea time, it’s easy to serve and transport-friendly.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup white sugar
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk brown sugar, white sugar, buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, and a pinch of cinnamon until smooth.
Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then carefully remove from the pan and drizzle with the glaze. Cool completely before serving.
Notes
For extra fluffiness, substitute 1/4 cup of flour with cornstarch.
If making the loaves ahead of time, wrap the cooled, glazed loaf tightly and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
The glaze can be made thicker or thinned by adding more powdered sugar or milk, depending on preference.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the loaf)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg