Powdered Sugar Doughnut Loaf Cake with purpose flour and powdered sugar-flavored homemade moist cake, sweet creamy Powdered Sugar, and fresh freshly grated as a topping. It is a vanilla extract delight!
Shaped as bread, this simple Doughnut Loaf Cake makes for a great sweet breakfast with a cup of Coffee Creamer or a gran-and-go snack with kids in the neighborhood park.
This Powdered Sugar Doughnut Loaf Cake first appeared on the website a few years ago, and I’m so excited to give it a fresh new makeover. If you love powdered sugar–flavored cakes, pull up a chair and let me tempt you with this sweet treat!
Love more with cake? Check out these sweet favorites Pineapple Coconut Cake and Sweet Strawberry Pound Cake.
Kitchen Equipment Needed :
- Before starting gather these simple kitchen tools.
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- 9×5 inch loaf pan
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
- Fine mesh sieve for powdered sugar
Tips for Doughnut Loaf Cake
– When mixing cake batter it is important to stir only until the ingredients are combined. Overmixing can develop gluten which makes the cake tough instead of soft.
– Lining the loaf pan with parchment paper makes it very easy to lift the cake out after baking. This prevents sticking and keeps the cake shape perfect.
– For the best look dust the cake once after cooling then add another light layer just before serving. This keeps the cake looking fresh and snowy.
What to Eat with Doughnut Loaf Cake ??
This Powdered Sugar Doughnut Loaf Cake is soft, buttery, and lightly sweet with that classic bakery-style flavor everyone loves. I enjoy serving thick slices for breakfast or brunch with a warm cup of coffee and a splash of Coffee Creamer Recipe to make the morning feel extra cozy.
For a sweet brunch spread, it pairs beautifully with fruity treats like Strawberry Muffins or something bright like Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes. It’s the kind of simple homemade cake that turns everyday moments into something a little sweeter.
Ingredients you need to make Doughnut Loaf Cake :
– All-purpose flour forms the base of this loaf cake and gives it structure while keeping the crumb soft and tender.
– Granulated sugar sweetens the cake and helps create that light.
– Butter or oil adds richness and keeps the loaf moist.
– Eggs bind everything together and help the cake rise evenly.
– Milk or buttermilk adds moisture and keeps the crumb tender.
– Baking powder gives the loaf its lift so it bakes up light instead of dense.
– Vanilla extract enhances the sweetness and adds warm flavor.
– Nutmeg is the secret ingredient that gives the loaf that classic old-fashioned doughnut flavor.
How to Make Doughnut Loaf Cake :
Step 1
First preheat your oven to 350°F which is about 175°C. Preparing the oven early helps the cake bake evenly from the moment it goes inside.
Next line your loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray. This step makes sure the cake releases easily after baking.
Step 2
As the next step in a large mixing bowl combine the flour sugar baking powder salt and nutmeg. Whisk the dry ingredients together until they are evenly mixed. This step helps distribute the baking powder so the cake rises properly.
In another bowl mix the melted butter eggs milk and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture becomes smooth and fully combined.
Step 3
As you progress slowly pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Use a spatula or whisk to gently mix everything together. Stir until a smooth batter forms but avoid overmixing because that can make the cake dense.
Once the batter is ready pour it into the prepared loaf pan. Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly so the cake bakes evenly.
Step 4
Progress to place the pan into the oven and bake for about 45 to 50 minutes. The cake is ready when the top becomes golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. After that carefully lift the cake out and place it on a cooling rack.
Step 5
Once the cake has cooled completely use a fine sieve to dust powdered sugar generously over the top. The powdered sugar will create that classic doughnut style finish.
Slice the cake and serve.
FAQ’S :
What makes this Doughnut Loaf Cake taste like a doughnut ?
The combination of nutmeg vanilla butter and powdered sugar gives the cake a flavor similar to classic bakery doughnuts.
Can I make this Doughnut Loaf Cake without nutmeg ?
Yes but nutmeg adds the traditional doughnut flavor so the cake will taste slightly different without it.
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Powdered Sugar Doughnut Loaf Cake
Course: Dessert, Breakfast, BrunchCuisine: American, BakeryDifficulty: Easy8
servings10
minutes45
minutes280
kcal55
minutesThis Powdered Sugar Doughnut Loaf Cake is a soft buttery cake that tastes just like a classic powdered sugar doughnut. It is baked in a loaf pan until golden then finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar for a sweet bakery-style treat that is perfect for breakfast brunch or dessert.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup powdered sugar for dusting the top
Directions
- First preheat your oven to 350°F which is about 175°C. Preparing the oven early helps the cake bake evenly from the moment it goes inside.
- Next line your loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray. This step makes sure the cake releases easily after baking.
- As the next step in a large mixing bowl combine the flour sugar baking powder salt and nutmeg. Whisk the dry ingredients together until they are evenly mixed. This step helps distribute the baking powder so the cake rises properly.
- In another bowl mix the melted butter eggs milk and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture becomes smooth and fully combined.
- As you progress slowly pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Use a spatula or whisk to gently mix everything together. Stir until a smooth batter forms but avoid overmixing because that can make the cake dense.
- Once the batter is ready pour it into the prepared loaf pan. Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly so the cake bakes evenly.
- Progress to place the pan into the oven and bake for about 45 to 50 minutes. The cake is ready when the top becomes golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. After that carefully lift the cake out and place it on a cooling rack.
- Once the cake has cooled completely use a fine sieve to dust powdered sugar generously over the top. The powdered sugar will create that classic doughnut style finish.
- Slice the cake and serve.
Notes
- Nutmeg is the key flavor that makes this cake taste like a classic bakery doughnut, so try not to skip it if you want that authentic doughnut flavor.
- Use a fine mesh sieve to dust powdered sugar evenly over the top for a bakery style finish.
- You can add a light cinnamon pinch if you want a warmer doughnut flavor similar to old fashioned doughnuts.
- Serve slightly warm for the best taste because it enhances the buttery doughnut-like flavor and soft texture.
