Amish Cinnamon Swirl Bread

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
• 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 240 kcal / 1005 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 7g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 40g, 18g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.4g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. 2.
   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined.
4. 4.
   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. 5.
   In a small bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon and brown sugar.
6. 6.
   Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the batter.
7. 7.
   Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon-sugar layer and sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
8. 8.
   Use a knife to gently swirl the cinnamon-sugar mixture into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
9. 9.
   Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. 10.
    Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Buttermilk — If you don't have buttermilk on hand, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
• Vegetable oil — You can substitute vegetable oil with melted butter or coconut oil for a slightly different flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of flavor, add a handful of raisins or chopped nuts to the batter before baking.
• Make sure to swirl the cinnamon-sugar mixture gently to create a marbled effect without fully mixing it into the batter.
• Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing to ensure clean and neat slices.
• Toast a slice of Amish Cinnamon Swirl Bread and spread it with butter for a delicious breakfast treat.
• This bread freezes well, so you can make a double batch and store some for later enjoyment.

Serving advice

Serve slices of Amish Cinnamon Swirl Bread as is, or lightly toasted with a pat of butter. It pairs perfectly with a cup of hot coffee or tea.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, dust the top of the bread with a sprinkle of powdered sugar before serving. You can also place a cinnamon stick on top of the loaf for an elegant touch.