🍞 CINNAMON SWIRL BREAD RECIPE
🌟 Introduction:
Cinnamon Swirl Bread is a soft, moist quick bread infused with a beautiful cinnamon sugar swirl throughout. It’s like eating a cinnamon roll in slice form — perfect for breakfast, brunch, tea time, or dessert. The warm notes of cinnamon paired with a tender vanilla-scented crumb make this bread a timeless comfort food favorite.
🧂 Ingredients:
For the Bread Batter:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
2 large eggs
1½ tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1½ tbsp ground cinnamon
Optional Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
2 tbsp melted butter
2 tbsp sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon (mixed)
🧑🍳 Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- Prepare the batter:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs with sugar, then add buttermilk, oil, and vanilla.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
- Make the cinnamon swirl:
- Mix the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Layer the batter and swirl:
- Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan.
- Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter.
- Pour the remaining batter and sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon sugar.
- Use a knife to gently swirl the mixture in a figure-eight motion.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool for 15 minutes before removing from pan.
- Optional topping:
- Brush the top with melted butter and sprinkle cinnamon sugar mixture over it while still warm.
🧑🔬 Methods:
Swirling Technique: Creates the beautiful spiral of cinnamon inside. Don’t overmix.
Buttermilk Addition: Adds moisture and tenderness to the crumb.
Quick Bread Method: This is a non-yeasted bread, using baking soda to rise — fast and easy!
🕰️ History:
Cinnamon swirl bread has roots in both American and European baking traditions. It’s closely related to coffee cake, babka, and cinnamon rolls. Its quick bread style gained popularity in the 20th century with the rise of home baking and easy, yeast-free recipes that could be made quickly for family meals and gatherings.
💪 Benefits:
Comforting Flavor: Cinnamon is warming and mood-boosting.
Digestive Boost: Cinnamon is known for anti-inflammatory and digestive benefits.
Quick and Easy: No yeast, no waiting — simple ingredients from your pantry.
Versatile: Enjoy toasted with butter, or plain with coffee/tea.
🏗️ Formation:
This bread is formed by:
Combining dry and wet ingredients
Layering the batter with cinnamon sugar
Swirling for a marbled effect
Baking until golden and crisp on top
Optional final touch: butter and cinnamon sugar crust
🍽️ Nutrition (Per Slice, Approximate for 10 slices):
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~280 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 36g |
| Protein | 4g |
| Fat | 13g |
| Saturated Fat | 2g |
| Sugar | 18g |
| Fiber | 1g |
| Sodium | 180mg |
💞 Lovers:
This cinnamon swirl bread is adored by:
Kids: Sweet, soft, and easy to eat.
Adults: Great with coffee or tea.
Bakers: Easy to prepare, visually satisfying.
Gift Givers: Perfect for sharing during holidays or special occasions.
🔁 Methods Recap:
Mix dry + wet ingredients separately
Layer batter and swirl
Bake at 350°F
Optional: butter + cinnamon sugar crust
✅ Conclusion:
Cinnamon Swirl Bread brings together simplicity and indulgence. Whether you’re baking it on a chilly morning or serving it during afternoon tea, it’s always a crowd-pleaser. Its comforting flavors, ease of preparation, and rich aroma make it a beloved classic in home baking.
💌 Lovers’ Message:
Those who love this bread don’t just enjoy its taste — they feel its warmth, its charm, and its ability to turn an ordinary day into something special. It’s more than a recipe — it’s a memory in the making.