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Cinnamon Sugar Bread

Soft, buttery quick bread swirled with warm cinnamon and finished with a sweet, crunchy topping. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon treat with coffee or tea.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 240
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup buttermilk
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Topping:
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla. Stir in buttermilk.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet and mix until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  6. Bake for 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/cinnamon-sugar-bread/

Notes

  • For extra indulgence, swirl some cinnamon-sugar directly into the batter before baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Delicious served warm with a pat of butter.