Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan (or line with parchment).
2. Make the Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together:
Flour
1 cup sugar
Baking powder
Salt
Stir in water, oil, and vanilla until smooth (batter will be thick).
3. Add the Swirl
In a small bowl, mix ½ cup sugar + cinnamon.
Pour ⅔ of the batter into the loaf pan.
Sprinkle half the cinnamon-sugar evenly over the top.
Drop remaining batter by spoonfuls over the sugar layer.
Top with remaining cinnamon-sugar.
✨ Don’t stir! The layers will create a marbled swirl as it bakes.
4. Bake to Perfection
Drizzle melted butter over the top (creates a glossy, crackly crust).
Bake 45–55 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
⚠️ Cover with foil at 30 minutes if top browns too quickly.
5. Cool & Slice
Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Slice warm or at room temperature.
🍯 Optional: Serve with butter, honey, or a dollop of whipped cream.
Serving Suggestions & Pro Tips
Classic pairing: Hot coffee or cold milk
Make it fancy: Toast slices and top with cinnamon butter
Storage: Keeps covered at room temp 3–4 days
Freeze for later: Wrap whole loaf; freeze up to 2 months
Double it: Bake in two 8x4" pans for gifts!
FAQs: Your Questions, Answered
Q: Can I use whole wheat flour?
A: Yes! Substitute up to 1½ cups—add 1–2 tbsp extra water.
Q: Why is my bread dry?
A: Likely overbaked. Check at 45 minutes—edges should be golden, center moist.
Q: Can I add nuts or raisins?
A: Absolutely! Fold ½ cup chopped walnuts or raisins into the batter.
Q: Is this really Amish?
A: It’s based on traditional Pennsylvania Dutch recipes—simple, egg-free, and frugal.
Q: Can I make muffins?
A: Yes! Fill liners ¾ full; bake 18–22 minutes.
More Than Bread—It’s a Tradition
This Amish Cinnamon Bread isn’t just easy—it’s what you make when you want to slow down, savor, and share something real. It’s the scent of cinnamon filling your home. It’s the quiet joy of a slice shared with someone you love.
So measure that flour, stir that batter, and let your oven work its magic. Because some of the best recipes aren’t complicated—they’re simple, soulful, and sweet.
Made this bread? Did you eat it plain or with butter? Share your twist below—we’re all keeping traditions alive, one loaf at a time! 🍞✨
