Cinnamon Swirl Bread
A delightful treat that will warm your heart and soul.
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
Directions
- 1
Activate the yeast by dissolving it in warm water and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and softened butter.
- 3
Pour the activated yeast mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- 4
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- 5
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 6
Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
- 7
In a small bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon and sugar.
- 8
Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
- 9
Starting from one short end, roll the dough tightly into a log.
- 10
Place the rolled dough into a greased loaf pan, cover it, and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- 11
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 12
Bake the bread for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 13
Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack.
- 14
Slice and enjoy the warm, fragrant Cinnamon Swirl Bread.