AMISH CINNAMON BREAD


  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup (180ml) milk
  • ½ cup (1 stick / 115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon-Sugar Swirl:

  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
💡 Pro Tips:
  • Don’t overmix—stir until just combined to avoid a dense loaf.
  • Use room-temperature eggs and milk—ensures even rise.
  • Cool completely before slicing—keeps the swirl intact!

Step-by-Step Instructions (Swirled, Tender, Foolproof)

1. Prep & Preheat

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

2. Make the Batter

  • Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  • In another bowl, whisk milk, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Gradually mix wet into dry ingredients until just combined.

3. Prepare the Swirl

  • Mix cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl.
  • Pour half the batter into the loaf pan.
  • Drizzle with 1 tbsp melted butter, then sprinkle with half the cinnamon-sugar.
  • Top with remaining batter.
  • Drizzle with remaining butter, then sprinkle with remaining cinnamon-sugar.
  • Use a knife to gently swirl once or twice (don’t overmix!).

4. Bake to Perfection

  • Bake 50–60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

Serving Suggestions

  • ☕ Classic pairing: With black coffee or spiced chai
  • 🧈 Breakfast upgrade: Slathered with butter or cream cheese
  • 🍯 Sweet twist: Drizzled with honey or maple syrup
  • 🎁 Gift idea: Wrap in parchment paper with twine

Make-Ahead & Storage Tips

  • Fridge: Keeps covered up to 5 days—flavor deepens overnight!
  • Freeze: Wrap tightly; freeze up to 2 months. Thaw at room temp.
  • Prep ahead: Measure dry ingredients night before.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Gluten-free?
A: Yes! Use a 1:1 GF flour blend (like Bob’s Red Mill).
Q: No baking powder?
A: Not recommended—this is a quick bread, not yeast-based.
Q: Dense loaf?
A: Ensure baking powder is fresh—and don’t overmix the batter.
Q: Swirl disappeared?
A: Batter may have been too thin—chill swirl mixture 5 mins before using.

❤️ The Heart of the Loaf

Amish Cinnamon Bread isn’t just dessert—it’s a taste of quiet tradition. It captures the simplicity, generosity, and warmth of Amish kitchen wisdom: good food made with care, shared without pretense.
So measure that cinnamon, swirl that sugar, and bake with joy. Because the best breads aren’t complicated—they’re sweet, spiced, and made with love.
“Good bread doesn’t need a reason—it just needs cinnamon, sugar, and someone hungry.” 🍞✨


 

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