Description
Cinnamon Swirl Bread is a delightful treat that fills your kitchen with the warm aroma of sweet cinnamon and buttery goodness. Each bite reveals tender layers infused with spices, making it perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or toasted with butter, this bread will evoke fond memories and leave you craving more.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Warm milk to lukewarm and mix with yeast; let sit for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, and salt together.
- Create a well in the dry mix; add frothy yeast mixture, beaten egg, and melted butter. Stir to combine into a sticky dough.
- Knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for about an hour until doubled in size.
- Mix sugar and cinnamon for filling; roll out dough to a rectangle, spread melted butter, and sprinkle filling.
- Roll tightly into a log; place seam-side down in a greased loaf pan. Let rise for another hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg