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Cinnamon Sugar Bread

Deliciously Soft Cinnamon Sugar Bread for Cozy Mornings

Enjoy the warmth and sweetness of Cinnamon Sugar Bread, a perfect breakfast treat for cozy mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder No direct substitution suggested.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt can be alternatives.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Make sure it’s softened.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Can replace with flax egg for vegan option.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Substitutes include almond milk or oat milk.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Highly recommended for flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Can replace with melted coconut oil.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Adjust amount to taste.
For the Swirl
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index alternative.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Toothpick

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the swirl.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the egg, milk, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil to the mixture and blend.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan and sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  8. Add the remaining batter on top and finish with the rest of the cinnamon sugar.
  9. Use a toothpick to swirl the cinnamon sugar into the batter.
  10. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  11. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Tips: Avoid overmixing, watch the baking time, cool on a wire rack, consider adding nuts or chocolate chips, and experiment with spices.

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