If you love the comforting taste of cinnamon and sugar swirled into tender, moist bread, this Amish Cinnamon Bread is for you. It’s one of those easy baking recipes that requires no yeast, no rising time—just mix, bake, and enjoy. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or with your morning coffee, this old-fashioned sweet bread is a true comfort food classic.
Ingredients:
For the Bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven & Prep Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the Cinnamon Sugar
In a small bowl, mix together ⅓ cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream Butter & Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
Step 4: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 5: Combine Wet & Dry
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined—do not overmix.
Step 6: Layer Batter & Cinnamon
Pour half the batter into the loaf pan. Sprinkle half the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top. Add the remaining batter, then sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon sugar over the top. Use a knife to gently swirl the cinnamon through the batter for a marbled effect.
Step 7: Bake the Bread
Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Step 8: Slice & Serve
Enjoy warm slices of Amish Cinnamon Bread with a pat of butter or a drizzle of glaze for extra sweetness.
Tips for Success
✔️ For a richer flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar.
✔️ Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
✔️ Serve with coffee, tea, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert.
