Cinnamon Bread

Cinnamon Bread

Introduction

Warm, fragrant, and lightly sweet, Cinnamon Bread is a timeless treat that fills your kitchen with the comforting aroma of cinnamon and sugar. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack with coffee or tea, this soft bread combines a tender crumb with a cinnamon-sugar swirl that melts in your mouth. Topped with a simple glaze or left plain, it’s a versatile recipe that’s perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Ingredients

For the Dough

• 480 g (4 cups) all-purpose flour
• 60 g (¼ cup) granulated sugar
• 7 g (1 packet / 2¼ tsp) active dry yeast
• 240 ml (1 cup) warm milk (about 110°F / 43°C)
• 60 g (¼ cup) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• ½ tsp salt

For the Cinnamon Filling

• 100 g (½ cup) granulated sugar
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 30 g (2 tbsp) unsalted butter, softened

Optional Glaze

• 60 g (½ cup) powdered sugar
• 15 ml (1 tbsp) milk
• 2–3 drops vanilla extract

Directions