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Cinnamon Swirl Bread

This delightful Cinnamon Swirl Bread fills your home with the warm aroma of cinnamon and sugar. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert!
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet instant yeast (2 ¼ tsp) Make sure the yeast is fresh for the best rise.
  • 1 cup warm milk (around 110°F)
  • cup granulated sugar
  • cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp salt
Filling Ingredients
  • cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, granulated sugar, and instant yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
  2. To the mixture, add melted butter, egg, salt, and 2 cups of flour. Mix until combined. Gradually add the remaining flour, one cup at a time, until a dough forms.
  3. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. Form into a ball.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Filling and Shaping
  1. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon together.
  2. After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle, about 12×15 inches in size. Spread the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
  3. Starting from the long edge, carefully roll the dough into a tight log. Pinch the ends to seal.
  4. Place the rolled dough into a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise again for about 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the loaf for about 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown. The bread should sound hollow when tapped.
  2. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze wrapped in plastic wrap for up to 3 months.