Cinnamon Bread Recipe

Savor the Sweet Delights of Homemade Cinnamon Bread

Embark on a baking adventure with this delectable cinnamon bread recipe that fills your kitchen with warm, inviting aromas. Looking for something special to serve at your next brunch gathering alongside some fluffy pancakes? This cinnamon-swirled masterpiece is your answer.

Whether it's a cozy weekend breakfast or a delightful afternoon treat, this bread brings the perfect balance of soft, cakey texture and sweet cinnamon sugar coating. Ready to create a homemade delight that rivals your favorite bakery? Let's dive into this straightforward and utterly rewarding recipe.

Creating the Perfect Cinnamon Bread: A Taste of Home

This cinnamon bread recipe not only delivers an incredible taste but also creates a stunning swirled pattern that's sure to impress. If you enjoy this recipe, you'll also love our irresistible Amish cinnamon bread variation. The magic lies in the perfect blend of tender cake-like bread and the generous coating of cinnamon sugar that creates an irresistible crust.

For those who can't get enough of cinnamon-flavored treats, consider pairing this bread with our gingerbread crinkle cookies for a delightful dessert spread. Here's how you can achieve that perfect swirl and delectable taste, complete with professional tips to ensure success every time.

Pro Tips for the Perfect Cinnamon Bread:

1. Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your eggs and buttermilk are at room temperature for the smoothest batter consistency.
2. Proper Mixing: Mix your wet and dry ingredients just until combined to maintain a tender crumb texture.
3. Perfect Swirls: Use a butter knife to create beautiful swirls, being careful not to overmix the batters.
4. Even Coating: After baking, make sure to coat all sides evenly with the butter and cinnamon sugar mixture.
5. Storage Success: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, though it's best enjoyed within the first 24 hours.

Delicious Cinnamon Bread Recipe:

• Preparation time: 30 minutes
• Cooking time: 45 minutes
• Total time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Servings: 8 slices
• Equipment: Light colored loaf pan, electric mixer, mixing bowls

Missing that perfect breakfast treat? This cinnamon bread pairs wonderfully with our salted caramel banana bread for an unforgettable brunch spread.

Ingredients:

For the Bread:

• ¼ cup canola oil or avocado oil
• ¼ cup softened butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup buttermilk (or ½ cup milk + ½ teaspoon white vinegar)
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon molasses

For the Coating:

• ½ cup butter, melted
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions:

1. Prepare Your Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Thoroughly grease a light-colored loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Mix Base Ingredients: In a large bowl using an electric mixer, combine oil, butter, and sugar until well blended. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
3. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, salt, and buttermilk until you achieve a uniform batter. Scrape the bowl's sides to ensure no dry pockets remain.
4. Create Cinnamon Mixture: Remove ½ cup of the prepared batter and place it in a separate bowl. Stir in the ground cinnamon and molasses until well combined.
5. Layer and Swirl: Pour half of the plain batter into your prepared pan. Add dollops of half the cinnamon mixture on top. Pour in remaining plain batter and finish with the rest of the cinnamon mixture. Use a butter knife to create beautiful swirls throughout.
6. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
7. Prepare Coating: While the bread bakes, melt the butter in a shallow dish. In another dish, combine both sugars and cinnamon.
8. Cool and Coat: Let the bread cool for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan. While still warm but manageable, dip each side in melted butter, ensuring complete coverage.
9. Add Final Touch: Roll the buttered loaf in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, pressing gently to coat all sides evenly.
10. Serve and Enjoy: Slice into pieces and serve either warm or at room temperature.

Ready to Indulge!

This cinnamon bread offers an incredible taste experience that brings together the comfort of homemade bread with the irresistible appeal of cinnamon sugar. Perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying as a special treat with your morning coffee.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container, though we doubt there will be any! For another delightful breakfast option, try our lemon crumble breakfast cake next time.

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