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Cinnamon Bread Recipe

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This Cinnamon Bread recipe is a delightful, sweet, and moist quick bread infused with warm cinnamon flavor and topped with a crunchy cinnamon-sugar topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, this bread combines the richness of buttermilk and eggs with the aromatic spices to create a comforting homemade treat.

Ingredients

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Bread:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

Topping:

  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons butter or margarine
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, salt, and baking soda ensuring they are well combined for even flavor distribution.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  4. Incorporate Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or spoon until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  5. Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix the 2 tablespoons of white sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Set aside the butter for topping.
  6. Pour Batter: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
  7. Add Topping: Slice the butter or margarine into small pieces and dot it evenly over the batter. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture generously on top to form a sweet crust as it bakes.
  8. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool: 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 before slicing.
  10. Serve: Slice and enjoy your warm cinnamon bread plain, or spread with butter or cream cheese for extra indulgence.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute vegetable oil with melted butter.
  • If buttermilk is unavailable, use 1 cup milk plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar, left to sit for 5 minutes.
  • The topping butter helps create a moist and flavorful crust.
  • Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Use a sharp serrated knife when slicing to avoid crumbling.

Keywords: cinnamon bread, quick bread, homemade bread, sweet bread, cinnamon sugar bread

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