Homemade Cinnamon Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
6%
Homemade Cinnamon Bread
280 min.
12
281kcal

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There's something truly magical about the aroma of freshly baked cinnamon bread wafting through your home. This Homemade Cinnamon Bread recipe is not just a treat for the taste buds; it's an experience that brings warmth and comfort to any kitchen. Perfectly vegetarian and rich in flavor, this delightful bread is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack any time of the day.

Imagine slicing into a loaf that boasts a golden crust and a soft, fluffy interior, generously swirled with a sweet cinnamon filling. Each bite is a harmonious blend of buttery goodness and aromatic spices, making it a favorite among family and friends. Whether you enjoy it plain, toasted with a pat of butter, or transformed into delicious French toast, this cinnamon bread is sure to impress.

With a preparation time of just under five hours, including rising time, this recipe is perfect for those who love to bake and want to fill their home with delightful scents. Gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and embark on a baking adventure that will leave you with a scrumptious loaf to share. Your kitchen will become the heart of your home, and your loved ones will be begging for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 teaspoons yeast dry
  • 12 servings butter softened for smearing and greasing
  • Tablespoons cinnamon 
  • 12 servings eggs mixed for brushing
  • 3.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • cup milk 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  •  eggs whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • loaf pan
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Melt butter with milk.
  2. Heat until very warm, but don't boil. Allow to cool until still warm to the touch, but not hot.
  3. Sprinkle yeast over the top, stir gently, and allow to sit for 10 minutes.
  4. Combine flour and salt.In the bowl of an electric mixer, mix sugar and eggs with the paddle attachment until combined.
  5. Pour in milk/butter/yeast mixture and stir to combine.
  6. Add half the flour and beat on medium speed until combined.
  7. Add the other half and beat until combined. Switch to the dough hook attachment and beat/knead dough on medium speed for ten minutes. If dough is overly sticky, add 1/4 cup flour and beat again for 5 minutes.
  8. Heat a metal or glass mixing bowl so it's warm.
  9. Drizzle in a little canola oil, then toss the dough in the oil to coat. Cover bowl in plastic wrap and set it in a warm, hospitable place for at least 2 hours. Turn dough out onto the work surface.
  10. Roll into a neat rectangle no wider than the loaf pan you're going to use, and about 18 to 24 inches long. Smear with 2 tablespoons melted butter.
  11. Mix sugar and cinnamon together, then sprinkle evenly over the butter-smeared dough. Starting at the far end, roll dough toward you, keeping it tight and contained. Pinch seam to seal. Smear loaf pan with softened butter.
  12. Place dough, seam down, in the pan. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to rise for 2 hours. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  13. Mix a little egg with milk, and smear over the top.
  14. Bake for 40 minutes on a middle/lower rack in the oven.
  15. Remove from the pan and allow bread to cool. Slice and serve, or make cinnamon toast or French toast with it.Yummy!

Nutrition Facts

Calories281kcal
Protein16.12%
Fat32.31%
Carbs51.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.84
Glycemic Load
24.39
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.026956519193%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:280.95kcal
14.05%
Fat:10.03g
15.43%
Saturated Fat:4.62g
28.89%
Carbohydrates:36.02g
12.01%
Net Carbohydrates:34.15g
12.42%
Sugar:6.84g
7.6%
Cholesterol:204.15mg
68.05%
Sodium:307.81mg
13.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.26g
22.52%
Selenium:28.68µg
40.97%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.76%
Folate:106.24µg
26.56%
Vitamin B1:0.39mg
26%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.97%
Phosphorus:167.73mg
16.77%
Iron:2.72mg
15.11%
Vitamin B3:2.49mg
12.46%
Vitamin B5:1.12mg
11.2%
Vitamin B12:0.58µg
9.59%
Vitamin A:439.02IU
8.78%
Vitamin D:1.25µg
8.34%
Fiber:1.87g
7.47%
Calcium:74.16mg
7.42%
Zinc:1.08mg
7.21%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.38%
Copper:0.1mg
4.88%
Vitamin E:0.72mg
4.79%
Magnesium:17.88mg
4.47%
Potassium:153.64mg
4.39%
Vitamin K:1.09µg
1.04%