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Cinnamon Swirl Bread Recipe

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This Cinnamon Swirl Bread recipe creates a soft, fluffy homemade bread swirled with a sweet cinnamon and sugar filling. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat, this bread combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon with a light, tender crumb. Made with simple pantry ingredients and baked to golden perfection, it is an inviting way to enjoy a classic cinnamon swirl bread at home.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Filling Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: Dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water with a pinch of granulated sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active and ready to use.
  2. Mix dry ingredients and butter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and salt. Add the softened butter and mix evenly to distribute.
  3. Combine dough ingredients: Pour the activated yeast mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until the texture becomes smooth and elastic, which helps develop the gluten structure for good bread texture.
  5. First rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
  6. Roll out dough: Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle shape.
  7. Prepare cinnamon-sugar filling: Mix together the ground cinnamon and 1/2 cup granulated sugar in a small bowl until well combined.
  8. Apply filling: Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the surface of the rolled-out dough.
  9. Form the loaf: Starting from one short end of the rectangle, roll the dough tightly into a log shape to create the cinnamon swirls inside.
  10. Second rise: Place the rolled dough into a greased loaf pan, cover it, and let it rise again for 30-45 minutes until puffed up.
  11. Preheat oven: Set the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking.
  12. Bake the bread: Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the bread is cooked through.
  13. Cool and serve: Remove the bread from the pan and allow it to cool on a wire rack. Slice and enjoy the warm, fragrant cinnamon swirl bread fresh.

Notes

  • Make sure the water used for activating yeast is warm, about 100-110°F (37-43°C), to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • Kneading time is important for gluten development; do not skip or shorten it for best texture.
  • For a richer flavor, you can brush the inside of the rolled dough with melted butter before sprinkling the cinnamon sugar.
  • Store any leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze slices for longer storage.
  • This bread tastes great toasted with butter or cream cheese.

Keywords: cinnamon swirl bread, homemade bread recipe, sweet bread, cinnamon sugar bread, breakfast bread, yeast bread

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