Description
Homemade cinnamon swirl bread weaves warmth and comfort into each delectable slice. Sweet spirals of spice dance through soft, tender crumb, inviting bread lovers to savor pure baking magic.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (warm)
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by dissolving it in warm milk and sugar, allowing the mixture to become frothy and alive for approximately 5 minutes.
- Incorporate melted butter and eggs into the activated yeast mixture, creating a smooth, rich base for the bread dough.
- Gradually fold in flour and salt, transforming the liquid mixture into a cohesive, elastic dough through gentle kneading on a lightly dusted surface.
- Transfer the dough to a generously greased bowl, envelop it with a clean kitchen towel, and allow it to rest and expand in a draft-free, warm environment until its volume doubles (roughly 60 minutes).
- Craft the aromatic filling by blending brown sugar and cinnamon into a fragrant, sweet mixture.
- Gently roll the risen dough into a rectangular shape, lavishing it with a layer of melted butter, then generously scatter the cinnamon-sugar blend across the surface.
- Meticulously roll the dough into a tight cylindrical log, carefully sealing the edges to prevent filling escape.
- Nestle the rolled dough into a prepared loaf pan, drape with a cloth, and permit a final rise for approximately 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the bread until it achieves a golden-brown exterior, approximately 25-30 minutes, then allow to cool slightly before slicing to preserve its delicate structure.
Notes
- Activate yeast properly by ensuring milk temperature is warm (110-115°F), not hot, which can kill the delicate microorganisms.
- Create consistent texture by kneading dough thoroughly, developing gluten strands that provide structure and softness.
- Prevent dry edges during rolling by spreading melted butter evenly, ensuring each slice remains moist and flavorful.
- Adjust for gluten-free diets by substituting all-purpose flour with a cup-for-cup gluten-free blend, adding xanthan gum for binding.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 204 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 153 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg