Cinnamon Swirl 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.

Equipment:

Oven
Loaf pan
Mixing bowls
Whisk
Spoon or spatula

Ingredients:

For the Bread:

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm milk
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp salt
2 eggs

For the Filling:

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

Instructions:

Prepare the Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk and let sit for 5 minutes. Add sugar, softened butter, salt, eggs, and flour, and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Make the Filling:
- In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon for the filling.
Shape the Bread:
- Roll the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top.
- Roll up the dough tightly and place it seam side down in a greased loaf pan.
Second Rise:
- Cover the loaf and let rise again until puffed, about 30 minutes.
Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
Cool and Serve:
- Let the bread cool before slicing. Serve as is or toast with butter.

Tips:

For an extra rich flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dough.
This bread can also be made in a bread machine set on the dough cycle.

Cinnamon Swirl 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 Swirl Bread

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

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Equipment

Oven
Loaf pan
Mixing bowls
Whisk
Spoon or spatula

Ingredients

For the Bread:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 packet 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm milk
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
1 tsp salt
2 eggs
For the Filling:
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp unsalted butter melted

Instructions

Prepare the Dough:
In a mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk and let sit for 5 minutes. Add sugar, softened butter, salt, eggs, and flour, and mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Make the Filling:
In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon for the filling.
Shape the Bread:
Roll the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top.
Roll up the dough tightly and place it seam side down in a greased loaf pan.
Second Rise:
Cover the loaf and let rise again until puffed, about 30 minutes.
Bake:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
Cool and Serve:
Let the bread cool before slicing. Serve as is or toast with butter.