Cinnamon Bread
Cinnamon Bread is a delightful treat that fills your kitchen with the comforting aroma of cinnamon while it bakes. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack, this homemade bread is sure to become a favorite in your household. With its soft texture and swirls of cinnamon sugar throughout, every slice of this bread is a taste of heaven.
Why Make Cinnamon Bread
Cinnamon Bread is not only delicious but also relatively simple to make at home. By following this recipe, you can enjoy the warmth and sweetness of freshly baked bread straight from your oven. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or new to the world of homemade bread, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Sugar
- Baking soda
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Cinnamon
- 2% milk
- Lemon juice
- Vegetable oil
- Vanilla extract
- Large eggs
- Brown sugar
- Melted butter
How to Make Cinnamon Bread
- Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Heavily grease and lightly sprinkle with flour a 9 x 5-inch bread pan.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon.
- Prepare wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together milk and lemon juice; let stand for 5 minutes. Add vegetable oil, vanilla, and eggs.
- Combine dry and wet ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in 3 parts, stirring just until incorporated.
- Prepare cinnamon swirl: In a small bowl, stir together brown sugar, 1 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon, and melted butter.
- Layer the batter: Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan. Make 3 lines the length of the pan with the cinnamon butter. Turn the pan horizontally and swirl with the end of a skewer or toothpick in S or 8 shapes. Add the remaining batter and repeat the process.
- Bake: Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the loaf to cool for 5 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy slices of Cinnamon Bread warm or at room temperature, with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey. It’s perfect alongside a cup of hot coffee or tea for a cozy morning treat.
Storage Info
Store leftover Cinnamon Bread in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze slices individually and thaw as needed.
Tips and Techniques
- Be sure not to overmix the batter to avoid a tough texture.
- Use a toothpick or skewer to create a beautiful swirl pattern in the bread.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon sugar according to your preference for sweetness and spice.
Variation
For a nutty twist, add chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts to the cinnamon sugar mixture before swirling it into the batter.
FAQs about Cinnamon Bread
Q: Can I use whole milk instead of 2% milk? A: Yes, you can use whole milk or any other type of milk you prefer in this recipe.
Q: Can I substitute vegetable oil with another type of oil? A: Yes, you can use melted butter or melted coconut oil as a substitute for vegetable oil if desired.
Q: Can I make this bread without eggs? A: While eggs help bind the ingredients together and add moisture to the bread, you can try using a commercial egg replacer or applesauce as a substitute for eggs. However, the texture and flavor may vary slightly.
Cinnamon Bread
Equipment
- 9 x 5-inch Bread Pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 x 5-inch bread pan thoroughly and lightly dust with flour.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, combine the milk and lemon juice; let it sit for 5 minutes. Then add vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, 1 1/2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon, and melted butter. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Create three lines along the length of the pan with the cinnamon butter mixture. Turn the pan horizontally and swirl the mixture into the batter using a skewer or toothpick, forming 'S' or '8' shapes. Be careful not to overmix. Add the remaining batter, then create three more lines with the cinnamon butter mixture and swirl as before.
- Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
