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Cinnamon Sugar Swirl Pull-Apart Bread

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A warm, sweet, and perfectly spiced pull-apart bread with buttery cinnamon sugar swirls, perfect for brunch or a cozy treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (120ml) milk, warmed
  • ¼ cup (60ml) water, warmed
  • 3 tbsp (45g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp (30g) unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tbsp (15-30ml) milk
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, warm water, and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl (or stand mixer), combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Let the Dough Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
  4. Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together. Melt the butter and set aside.
  5. Roll Out the Dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 20×12 inches.
  6. Add the Filling: Brush the melted butter over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar evenly across the surface.
  7. Cut and Stack: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into strips (about 4×12 inches). Stack the strips, then cut them into smaller squares.
  8. Assemble the Bread: Stack the squares upright in the loaf pan, slightly overlapping. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  9. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before removing from the pan.
  10. Optional Glaze: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the bread before serving.

Notes

[‘Make sure your milk and water are warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.’, ‘Letting the dough rise twice ensures a fluffy texture.’, ‘Use high-quality, fresh ground cinnamon for the best flavor.’, ‘Tap the top of the loaf—it should sound hollow when fully baked.’, ‘Roll out the dough evenly to ensure uniform layers.’]

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Keywords: Cinnamon Bread, Pull-Apart Bread, Sweet Bread, Brunch Recipe, Holiday Baking

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