Cinnamon Swirl Bread
A fragrant and delicious homemade bread filled with cinnamon swirls, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Activate yeast in warm water with a pinch of sugar. Let sit 5 minutes until frothy.
- Mix flour, sugar, salt, and softened butter in a large bowl.
- Add activated yeast mixture to dry ingredients and mix until dough forms.
- Knead dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Let rise 1 hour.
- Roll dough into a rectangle, sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture, and roll into a log.
- Bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
For best flavor, use high-quality ground cinnamon and let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place.