Get ready to transform your kitchen into a warm, aromatic paradise with this mouthwatering Easy Amish Cinnamon Bread recipe that's guaranteed to become your new obsession! Imagine pulling out a golden-brown, perfectly swirled loaf that's so delicious, it'll have your family and friends begging for seconds. This isn't just another bread recipe - it's a culinary journey that brings the heartwarming tradition of Amish baking right to your home, with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 loaves
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 cup sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9x5-inch loaf pans with cooking spray or butter, and set them aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix together 1 cup of buttermilk, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, and 2 large eggs. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it's okay if there are a few lumps.
- In a small bowl, combine 2 teaspoons of cinnamon with 1/2 cup of sugar to create the cinnamon-sugar mixture for topping.
- Pour half of the batter into each prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter in each pan. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cinnamon-sugar mixture into the batter for a marbled effect.
- Pour the remaining batter into the loaf pans, dividing it evenly. Top each loaf with the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring an even distribution.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaves comes out clean. The tops should be golden brown.
- Once baked, remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully remove the loaves from the pans and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice the Easy Amish Cinnamon Bread and serve. Enjoy your delicious homemade bread!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients: Ensure your eggs, buttermilk, and other wet ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing and a more consistent texture.
- Don't overmix the batter: Mix just until the ingredients are combined. Overmixing can lead to tough, dense bread.
- For extra moisture, you can substitute some buttermilk with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Create a beautiful marbled effect by gently swirling the cinnamon-sugar mixture with a knife or skewer.
- Check your bread's doneness by inserting a toothpick - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing to help it set and prevent crumbling.
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer preservation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg
