Cinnamon Swirl Bread

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour, sifted
• 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 2 1/4 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 cup Milk, warmed
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 Egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons Cinnamon
• 1/4 cup Brown sugar

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the sifted flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
2. 2.In a separate bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
3. 3.Add the melted butter and beaten egg to the yeast mixture.
4. 4.Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
5. 5.Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
6. 6.Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
7. 7.Punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle shape.
8. 8.In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and brown sugar.
9. 9.Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
10. 10.Roll up the dough tightly from one end to form a log.
11. 11.Place the dough log into a greased loaf pan and cover with the kitchen towel.
12. 12.Let the dough rise for another 30 minutes.
13. 13.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
14. 14.Bake the bread for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
15. 15.Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
16. 16.Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
17. 17.Enjoy your homemade cinnamon swirl bread!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor an extra touch of sweetness, drizzle a simple glaze made with powdered sugar and milk over the cooled bread.
• chevron_rightServe the bread warm with a pat of butter for a truly indulgent treat.
• chevron_rightMake a double batch and freeze one loaf for later. Just thaw and reheat whenever you're craving a slice of cinnamon heaven!