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Amish Cinnamon Bread Recipe

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This classic Amish Cinnamon Bread is a soft, tender loaf with a delightful cinnamon-sugar swirl that adds a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Ideal for breakfast or as a comforting snack, this bread features a rich buttermilk batter combined with a buttery cinnamon swirl baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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Batter

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda

Cinnamon Swirl

  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9×5-inch loaf pans to ensure the bread releases easily after baking.
  2. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which will help create a tender texture.
  3. Add eggs: Incorporate eggs one at a time into the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure full integration and smooth batter.
  4. Mix in buttermilk: Stir the buttermilk into the batter until fully combined, which adds moisture and a slight tangy flavor helping to tenderize the bread.
  5. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking soda to evenly distribute the leavening agent.
  6. Incorporate dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing that can toughen the bread.
  7. Prepare cinnamon swirl mixture: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon to create the cinnamon sugar swirl topping.
  8. Layer batter and cinnamon: Pour one quarter of the batter evenly into each loaf pan, then sprinkle with one quarter of the cinnamon sugar mixture in each pan.
  9. Repeat layering: Add the remaining batter on top of the initial layers in each pan, followed by the rest of the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  10. Swirl batter: Using a knife, gently swirl the cinnamon sugar through the batter in each pan to create a marbled effect without mixing too aggressively.
  11. Bake: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean, signaling doneness.
  12. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely, which helps the bread set and improves slicing.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter and eggs for better mixing and texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread light and tender.
  • Check the bread at 45 minutes to avoid overbaking; oven temperatures can vary.
  • Store any leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • For added flavor, consider adding a vanilla extract to the batter.

Keywords: Amish cinnamon bread, cinnamon swirl bread, buttermilk bread, homemade cinnamon bread, sweet bread loaf

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