Introduction:

Cinnamon bread is a delicious and aromatic delight which can be eaten in the morning, as a dessert or even to snack on. It is a favorite of many due to its soft crumbly texture and sweet cinnamon twists. The recipe below will direct you on how to make homemade cinnamon bread which will make your home smell like freshly baked bread with the smell of cinnamon.

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Ingredients:

For the Dough:

All-Purpose Flour, 3 cups

Sugar, granulated, (1/4 cup)

Active dry yeast, 2 ¼ tablespoons

Salt, 1 teaspoon

Milk, warm (110°F/45°C), 1cup

Butter unsalted (melted), ¼ cup

Large egg, 1

For the Cinnamon Filling:

Granulated sugar-1/2 cup

Ground cinnamon-2tablespoons

Butter unsalted(softened)-1/4 cup

Prepare the Cinnamon Filling:

In a shallow dish, combine sugar and cinnamon.

Punch down dough; turn onto a lightly floured surface. Roll into a 14×9-inch rectangle.

Spread dough with softened butter and sprinkle evenly with cinnamon sugar mixture.

Shape the Bread:

Starting at the shorter side, roll up tightly. Pinch seams to seal.

Place roll, seam side down in a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan. Cover and let rise until doubled about 30 minutes.

Bake:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. If necessary, loosely cover with foil during last 10 minutes of baking to prevent over-browning.

Take out of the oven and let cool in the pan on a wire rack for approximately 10 minutes. Remove from pan to wire rack; cool completely

Hints for Success:

Warm your milk not too hot so that it can activate yeast well.

For richer taste, try adding vanilla extract one teaspoonful on dough

It is best when the dough rises in an area without draft but warm enough.

Health Benefits:

But while it’s sweet treat , cinnamon bread also has some health benefits:

Cinnamon has anti-inflammatory properties which help stabilize blood sugar levels

Including whole grain flour will add fiber into your diet.

Per Serving Nutritional Information:

Calories: 210

Protein: 5g

Carbohydrates: 35g

Fat: 6g

Fiber: 1g

Sugar: 12g

Variations and Substitutions:

If you want to add some texture and taste to the cinnamon filling, you can put raisins or nuts.

For a healthier alternative, you can use whole wheat flour instead of half all-purpose flour.

Finish it off with cream cheese glaze to make it more tempting.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Can I bake this bread without a stand mixer? Yes, mix and knead the dough by hand. However, this will call for little more effort but is feasible.

How do I store the bread? Keep the cinnamon bread in an air tight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate it for up to a week.

Can I freeze cinnamon bread? It can be frozen for up to three months, simply wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before putting in the freezer. To serve, thaw at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Cinnamon bread is comforting warm sweet treat that gives warmth and sweetness to any occasion. It’s moistness as well as scenting cinnamon inside its core will give you satisfaction and give your home an exciting aroma. Therefore follow this recipe so as achieve perfect loaf of cinnamon that would leave everybody wanting more. Baking this amazing food is fun especially when you share it with those close to you!