Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread
Delightful, comforting quick bread with rich cinnamon swirls that brings warmth and sweetness to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour soft and fluffy
- 1 tablespoon baking powder for a light texture
- 1/2 teaspoon salt to enhance flavors
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon aromatic and sweet
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar for that perfect sweetness
- 1 large egg binding everything together
- 1 cup buttermilk adds moisture and tang
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted and rich
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adding warmth
Cinnamon Swirl Mixture
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar sweet and crunchy
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon for that classic flavor
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted to bind
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and sugar until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Gently add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter for the cinnamon swirl.
Assembly
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Drizzle half of the cinnamon mixture over the batter evenly.
- Add the remaining batter on top and then drizzle the rest of the cinnamon mixture over.
- Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes; check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a more intense cinnamon flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg. Ensure your butter is just melted and not hot. Substitute whole milk or cream for buttermilk for a richer flavor. Optionally, add chopped walnuts, pecans, or raisins.