Cinnamon Bread is a deliciously sweet and aromatic loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With its soft, fluffy texture and a generous swirl of cinnamon sugar, this bread is a comforting treat that fills your kitchen with delightful aromas. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, it’s a must-try for any bread lover.

Equipment:

9×5 inch loaf pan
Mixing bowls
Electric mixer or whisk
Rolling pin
Oven

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg

For the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:

1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

Prepare the Dough:
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, softened butter, and egg. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Let the Dough Rise:
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:
- In a small bowl, mix together granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
Shape the Bread:
- Punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Brush the dough with melted butter and sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Roll up the dough tightly from one end to the other and place it in a greased loaf pan, seam side down.
Bake the Bread:
- Cover the loaf pan with a clean cloth and let the dough rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve:
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips:

For extra flavor, you can add raisins or nuts to the cinnamon sugar filling.
The bread can be frozen for up to 3 months. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before freezing.

Cinnamon Bread is a delightful treat that combines the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and sugar with a soft, fluffy texture. It’s perfect for any time of day and is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Cinnamon Bread

Cinnamon Bread is a deliciously sweet and aromatic loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

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Equipment

9x5 inch loaf pan
Mixing bowls
Electric mixer or whisk
Rolling Pin
Oven

Ingredients

For the Dough:
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm milk 110°F/45°C
1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
1 large egg
For the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp unsalted butter melted

Instructions

Prepare the Dough:
In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, softened butter, and egg. Mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Let the Dough Rise:
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:
In a small bowl, mix together granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
Shape the Bread:
Punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
Brush the dough with melted butter and sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Roll up the dough tightly from one end to the other and place it in a greased loaf pan, seam side down.
Bake the Bread:
Cover the loaf pan with a clean cloth and let the dough rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.