Description
This Cinnamon Swirl Bread is a delightful homemade quick bread featuring a sweet and fragrant cinnamon sugar swirl baked right into the middle. Moist and tender from the buttermilk and vegetable oil, it’s perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat, finished with a simple confectioners’ sugar glaze for an extra touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
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Bread Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar (divided)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Glaze Ingredients
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease only the bottom of a 9×5-inch loaf pan to ensure easy removal and proper baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, 1 cup of sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir these dry ingredients until evenly mixed.
- Mix Wet Ingredients and Combine: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and vegetable oil. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until the batter is moistened, careful not to overmix.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup sugar with the ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Layer Batter and Cinnamon Sugar: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Evenly sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter. Add the remaining batter on top, then sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar. Using a knife, gently cut through the batter in a swirling motion to create the cinnamon swirl effect.
- Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is fully baked.
- Cool the Loaf: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then carefully remove it from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare and Add Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar and 1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons of whole milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaf for a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- This Cinnamon Swirl Bread features a beautiful cinnamon sugar ribbon baked inside, making each slice visually appealing as well as delicious.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the bread light and tender.
- Adjust the milk quantity in the glaze to achieve your preferred consistency—thicker glaze for a richer topping, or thinner for a delicate drizzle.
- For a nuttier flavor, consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans to the cinnamon sugar swirl.
- Store leftover bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of loaf)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
