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Sweet Cinnamon Swirl Bread Recipe

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This Sweet Cinnamon Swirl Bread is a delightful homemade treat featuring a soft, tender crumb filled with a sweet cinnamon and brown sugar swirl. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, this bread combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon and sugar baked into a beautifully golden loaf.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon instant yeast

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup milk, warmed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg

Filling

  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon instant yeast until well combined.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the warmed milk, melted butter, and the egg to the dry mixture, stirring until a dough starts to form.
  3. Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
  4. First Rise: Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and leave it to rise in a warm place for around 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, mix 2 teaspoons cinnamon and 1/4 cup packed brown sugar thoroughly.
  6. Shape Dough: Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick. Evenly spread the cinnamon sugar mixture over the dough.
  7. Form Roll: Starting from one short end, roll the dough tightly into a log, pinching seams to seal the filling inside.
  8. Second Rise: Place the rolled dough into a greased loaf pan, cover, and allow to rise another 30 minutes until puffy.
  9. Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking.
  10. Bake: Bake the loaf for 30-40 minutes until the crust is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • For a perfect serving, enjoy this sweet cinnamon swirl bread with fruit salad, coffee, or your favorite jam.
  • Make sure your milk is warm but not hot to activate the yeast properly.
  • Allow the dough to rise fully for a light and fluffy texture.
  • Store leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.

Keywords: cinnamon swirl bread, sweet bread, homemade bread, cinnamon bread, breakfast bread, baked bread

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