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Sweet Cinnamon Swirl Bread How Easy Is This

A soft, fluffy, and irresistibly sweet cinnamon swirl bread that’s surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy afternoon treat with a cup of coffee.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 3.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 0.5 cup warm milk about 110°F
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg
Cinnamon Filling
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter softened
Glaze (Optional)
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, melted butter, egg, sugar, and salt. Stir until smooth.
  2. Sprinkle yeast over the mixture and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  3. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 16x10-inch rectangle.
  6. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon. Spread softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly.
  7. Roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log. Pinch the seam to seal.
  8. Place the roll seam-side down into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30–35 minutes, or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
  10. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  11. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over the cooled bread if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 1 month. For best results, warm slices in the toaster before serving.