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Cinnamon Sugar Bread

Deliciously Soft Cinnamon Sugar Bread Recipe for Cozy Mornings

This Cinnamon Sugar Bread offers a warm, sweet aroma and fluffy texture, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Do not substitute with baking soda without adjustments.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Salt Opt for fine salt for even mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can be substituted with vegan butter.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar works for a richer taste.
  • 1 large Egg Flaxseed or chia seed can be used as an egg substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Almond or oat milk are great dairy-free options.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (for swirl) Consider combining with brown sugar.

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl for the swirl.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  4. Cream together butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  5. Add egg, milk, vanilla, and vegetable oil to the mixture and mix until smooth.
  6. Gradually combine dry mixture into wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Pour half of the batter into the pan and sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar on top.
  8. Add remaining batter and top with the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture.
  9. Swirl the cinnamon sugar mixture into the batter with a toothpick.
  10. Bake for 50-60 minutes and check for doneness with a toothpick.
  11. Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and fluffy. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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