Description
This Cinnamon Swirl Bread is a delightful, moist loaf filled with a sweet cinnamon sugar swirl. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, it features a tender crumb with a rich vanilla and cinnamon flavor. The bread is easy to prepare with simple ingredients and baked to golden perfection in a loaf pan.
Ingredients
Cinnamon Swirl
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (at room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (slightly warmed)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup neutral oil (avocado or canola)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix together ¼ cup granulated sugar and 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon. Set this mixture aside for layering in the bread.
- Make the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg and 1 cup granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and pale yellow. Whisk in the warmed milk, vanilla extract, neutral oil, and melted butter until the batter is smooth and fully combined. Using a fine mesh sieve, sift in the flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon over the wet ingredients. Fold gently with a spatula or wooden spoon just until combined; avoid overmixing to keep the batter thick and smooth.
- Assemble the Loaf: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading evenly. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over this layer. Add the remaining batter on top and gently smooth it out. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter. Use a butter knife to swirl the layers by making figure-8 motions through the batter to create a beautiful cinnamon swirl pattern.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean, indicating it is fully baked.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy your delicious cinnamon swirl bread!
Notes
- Ensure the egg is at room temperature to help the batter mix smoothly.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding dry ingredients to maintain a tender crumb.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal of the loaf from the pan.
- The cinnamon swirl can be adjusted to taste, add more or less cinnamon if preferred.
- This bread is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
