Cinnamon Sugar Swirl Bread Recipe
This Cinnamon Sugar Bread is a moist, flavorful loaf featuring a delightful swirl of cinnamon and sugar throughout. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, it’s easy to make with simple pantry ingredients and baked to golden perfection.
- Author: Mia
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 10-12 slices) 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Batter Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Cinnamon Sugar Swirl
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup granulated sugar with 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon. Set aside for the swirl.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt until evenly mixed.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat together 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in 1 large egg, then gradually add 1 cup milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 2 tbsp vegetable oil, mixing until well combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined; avoid overmixing for a tender bread.
- Layer Batter and Cinnamon Sugar: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter. Add the remaining batter on top, then sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon sugar. Using a knife, gently swirl the batter and cinnamon sugar together to create a marbled effect.
- Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy your cinnamon sugar bread!
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy creaming with sugar.
- Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added to keep the bread tender.
- If the top browns too quickly during baking, tent with foil to prevent burning.
- For extra flavor, you can add chopped nuts or raisins into the batter.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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