Description
Homemade cinnamon swirl bread delights taste buds with its irresistible spiral of warmth and sweet spice. Fragrant ribbons of cinnamon wind through soft, pillowy dough, inviting you to savor each comforting slice.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients (Dough):
- 3 cups (375 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup (180 milliliters) warm milk
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 3 tablespoons (45 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cinnamon Swirl Mixture:
- 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup (65 grams) brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Egg Wash:
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- Awaken the yeast by whisking it into tepid milk and a touch of sugar, allowing the mixture to become frothy and alive for 5-10 minutes.
- Create a soft, pillowy foundation by blending flour and salt in a spacious mixing vessel, then introducing the activated yeast, liquefied butter, and a single beaten egg until a cohesive dough emerges.
- Transform the dough through vigorous kneading on a lightly floured surface, working it until achieving a silky, elastic consistency. Transfer to a generously greased container, drape with a clean cloth, and permit rising in a warm environment until volume doubles, approximately 1-1.5 hours.
- Craft a fragrant filling by combining rich brown sugar with warm, aromatic ground cinnamon in a small receptacle.
- Deflate the risen dough and roll it into a precise rectangular canvas, approximately 9×18 inches. Lavish the surface with melted butter, then generously dust with the cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Carefully roll the dough from its shorter edge, creating a tight, elegant cylinder. Position seam-side down in a prepared 9×5-inch loaf pan, then shield and allow a secondary rise for 45 minutes.
- Ignite the oven to 350°F (175°C) and delicately brush the loaf’s surface with a glossy egg wash.
- Bake until the bread transforms into a golden, aromatic masterpiece, approximately 35-40 minutes. Rest for 10 minutes before gently extracting from the pan.
- Permit complete cooling before slicing, revealing the swirled interior. Savor unadorned or enhanced with a luxurious butter spread.
Notes
- Check yeast freshness by ensuring it foams, indicating active fermentation for perfect rise.
- Use room temperature ingredients to help dough develop consistent texture and smooth consistency.
- Avoid over-kneading dough, which can make bread tough; stop when it becomes smooth and elastic.
- For gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free blend and add xanthan gum for structure.
- Prevent dry edges by covering dough with damp cloth during rising to maintain moisture.
- Create extra flavor variation by adding chopped nuts or dried fruit to cinnamon sugar filling.
- Ensure even baking by rotating loaf pan halfway through cooking time to prevent uneven browning.
- Store bread in airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or freeze for longer preservation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg