Swirled Cinnamon Loaf (Print)
This easy homemade loaf is packed with cinnamon and sugar swirls, finished with a drizzle of vanilla icing. A sweet morning delight!
# Ingredients:
→ Needed for the Cinnamon Bread
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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2 large eggs
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup milk
→ For the Cinnamon-Sugar Filling
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1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
→ For the Sweet Glaze
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
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Pinch of salt
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Steps:
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Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal when it's baked.
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Grab a medium mixing bowl and whisk up the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder so it’s nice and blended.
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In another bowl, beat together the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until it’s smooth and everything looks combined.
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Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry stuff and stir gently until it just comes together. Don’t overdo it—stirring too much can ruin the texture.
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In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and brown sugar, stirring until it’s evenly mixed.
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Spoon half of the batter into the loaf pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle on half the cinnamon mixture. Add the rest of the batter on top and smooth it out. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar evenly over the top.
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Use a skewer or butterknife to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter. Do it lightly—don’t completely mix everything up.
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Put the loaf in the oven and bake for 40–50 minutes. It’s done when a toothpick poked in the middle comes out clean, and the top feels firm and golden.
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Take the loaf out and leave it in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then move it to a cooling rack while you prepare the glaze.
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In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar, melted butter, milk (or cream), vanilla, and a little salt. If it’s too thick, add a splash more milk. Too runny? Add more powdered sugar.
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Drizzle the glaze all over the loaf after it’s cooled a bit. Let some run down the sides—so good!
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Cut into about 12 slices and serve warm or room temp. It goes great with a coffee or tea!
# Notes:
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For a richer twist, sprinkle in 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts in the cinnamon layer.
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Want more cinnamon? Toss in an extra tablespoon to the swirl.
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Best enjoyed in the first few days. Keep it fresh in an airtight container at room temp for 2–3 days.