Description
Soft and fluffy Cinnamon Sugar Bread made with simple pantry ingredients for a sweet and cozy start to your day. This easy recipe features a tender crumb with warm cinnamon swirls that create a versatile treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon (natural)
- 1 cup plant-based milk, warmed
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 3 tablespoons plant-based butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Cinnamon Sugar Filling
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon (natural)
- 2 tablespoons plant-based butter, melted (for spreading)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Warm the plant-based milk until just warm to the touch. Dissolve the active dry yeast and a bit of sugar in the milk and let it activate for about 5 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and cinnamon. Add the applesauce, melted plant-based butter, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and the activated yeast mixture. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until elastic and slightly tacky. Add flour sparingly if it begins to stick. Kneading develops the gluten for structure and softness.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 to 1 ½ hours.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Filling: Mix sugar with additional cinnamon in a small bowl to create the filling.
- Shape and Fill the Bread: Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a rectangle on a floured surface. Spread a thin layer of melted plant-based butter over the dough. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar filling evenly on top. Roll the dough tightly from one edge to form a log.
- Second Rise and Bake: Place the rolled dough in a parchment-lined loaf pan. Cover and let it rise for 30 to 40 minutes until puffed. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the bread for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
Notes
- Measure flour using the spoon-and-level method for best texture.
- Use warm, not hot, liquid to activate yeast properly.
- Allow dough to fully double in size for a fluffy crumb.
- Use freshly ground cinnamon (natural) for the richest aroma.
- Slice the bread when slightly warm to prevent crumbling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of loaf)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cinnamon sugar bread, soft bread, plant-based bread, cinnamon swirl, easy bread recipe
