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    Home » Type » Breads » Quick Breads

    Homemade Cinnamon Bread Recipe

    Published: Jun 10, 2013 · Modified: Apr 14, 2020 by Faith · This post may contain affiliate links · 23 Comments

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    This easy Homemade Cinnamon Bread Recipe is soft with a fluffy crumb, and sweetly aromatic with brown sugar and cinnamon. From start-to-finish, it whips up in less than 1 hour, including bake time!

    Front View of Slices of Toasted Cinnamon Bread on Breakfast Tray

    As I type this post, even with the aroma of cinnamon bread swirling around me, my mind is completely somewhere else.

    I’m thinking about hiking, beautiful mountain views, and pristine forests. Swimming and biking. Quaint little towns and cozy cafés.

    Buying fresh food every day and cooking it that night in the country kitchen of the luxury, fully-renovated 1800’s farmhouse where we’re staying in the Adirondacks this week. (My kitchen at home is anything but luxurious, so that's what I am most excited about!)

    We are leaving tomorrow for a little mini vacation, and I’m thrilled. It’s been far too long since I’ve been to the Adirondacks and Mike has never been, so we’re planning on making the most of it.

    Where does this bread fit in? Well, it was super easy to whip up and I plan on taking it with us for breakfast. That is, what’s left of it. I should give you fair warning – it smells absolutely amazing as it bakes – just try to resist a slice, especially lightly toasted and topped with butter and cinnamon sugar! I know we couldn’t. Anyway, I’ll pack what’s left of it to take with us. Speaking of packing, I have to go get on that!

    Cinnamon Bread Recipe with Description

    In This Article

    • Easy Homemade Cinnamon Bread Recipe
    • More Delicious Quick Bread Recipes to Try:
    • Homemade Cinnamon Bread Recipe

    Easy Homemade Cinnamon Bread Recipe

    This is one of the easiest bread recipes I've ever made! It comes together in less than an hour from start-to-finish, including bake time.

    This Cinnamon Bread Recipe is a type of quick bread. Quick breads use baking powder and/or baking soda as a leavening agent instead of yeast.

    The end result is a soft, sweet, and aromatic bread that's perfect for eating as-is. Or you can slather it with butter. Better yet, toast it, butter it, and sprinkle a little cinnamon on top.

    Overhead View of Homemade Cinnamon Bread Recipe

    How to Customize This Cinnamon Bread Recipe

    Here are a few ideas to make this loaf even more special:

    • Stir in a handful of raisins for Cinnamon Raisin Bread.
    • Add a cup or so of pecans or walnuts if you like nuts!
    • Peel and chop an apple and add that to the batter (don't add more than 1 cup of chopped apple). Note that your loaf might need to bake a couple minutes longer.
    • Once the bread is baked and cooled, drizzle a cream cheese glaze on top and let it set before slicing.

    Homemade Cinnamon Bread on White Plate on Blue Fabric on Breakfast Tray

    More Delicious Quick Bread Recipes to Try:

    • Best Banana Bread
    • Irish Brown Soda Bread
    • Nutty Carrot Breakfast Bread
    • Coconut Rum Paleo Banana Bread
    • Peanut Butter and Banana Whole Wheat Quick Bread
    • Lemon Coconut Bread
    • Low Carb Apple Bread
    • Paleo Sandwich Bread
    • Best Strawberry Bread
    • Rosemary Onion Quick Bread

    Close Up of Cinnamon Bread Slices with Bite Taken Out

    Did you make this recipe? Please rate it and leave a comment below because I love hearing from you! You can also tag @anediblemosaic on social media. To stay up-to-date FOLLOW ME on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Xoxo, Faith

    Front View of Slices of Toasted Cinnamon Bread on Breakfast Tray

    Homemade Cinnamon Bread Recipe

    By: Faith Gorsky
    This easy Homemade Cinnamon Bread Recipe is soft with a fluffy crumb, and sweetly aromatic with brown sugar and cinnamon. From start-to-finish, it whips up in less than 1 hour, including bake time!
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 45 minutes mins
    Course Bread, Breakfast, Brunch
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 servings
    Calories 155 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour or use more all-purpose flour
    • ¾ cup brown sugar lightly packed
    • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • ¾ teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup buttermilk
    • ½ cup sparkling water
    • 2 tablespoons salted butter melted (plus a little more room temperature butter to grease the loaf pan)

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 375F; grease a 9- by 5- by 3-inch loaf pan with butter.
    • Whisk together the flours, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
    • Stir the buttermilk and sparkling water into the dry ingredients with a wooden spoon, being careful not to over-mix.
    • Pour into the prepared loaf pan, drape a piece of plastic wrap on top, and let it sit in a warm place for 5 minutes.
    • Pour the melted butter on top. Bake until a toothpick inserted inside comes out clean, about 40 to 45 minutes.
    • Cool completely before slicing.

    Faith's Tips

    • This recipe makes 1 loaf of bread. Cut the loaf into 12 slices and each slice is a serving. Nutrition information is for 1 slice.
    • Before baking, stir in a handful of raisins or nuts if desired.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Homemade Cinnamon Bread Recipe
    Amount Per Serving (1 slice)
    Calories 155 Calories from Fat 27
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 3g5%
    Saturated Fat 2g13%
    Cholesterol 7mg2%
    Sodium 281mg12%
    Potassium 160mg5%
    Carbohydrates 30g10%
    Fiber 2g8%
    Sugar 14g16%
    Protein 3g6%
    Vitamin A 91IU2%
    Calcium 72mg7%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Keyword Cinnamon Bread Pudding, Cinnamon Bread Recipe
    Tried this recipe?Let me know how it was!

    Cinnamon Bread Recipe Pin

    This post was first published on An Edible Mosaic on June 10, 2013. I updated it with more information on April 14, 2020.

    Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links to products I believe in, which means that even though it doesn’t cost you anything extra, I will receive a small amount of money from the sale of these items, which helps me keep this site alive – thank you for helping to support An Edible Mosaic!

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    1. Cinnamon n Coffee says

      February 06, 2014 at 11:31 am

      Great.. thanks for the reply! will ensure that I don't over mix next time!! and lovely site.. amazing recipes..

      Reply
      • Faith says

        February 06, 2014 at 12:05 pm

        Cinnamon n Coffee, You are too kind, thank you so much!

        Reply
    2. Cinnamon n Coffee says

      February 05, 2014 at 11:41 pm

      Saved the recipe, and finally made this bread last night! I used only AP flour, but the bread was very hard to cut, and became very Chewy. Any thoughts on how I can make it fluffier/softer? Is it a good idea to blend Banana with the Buttermilk to get a fluffy texture?

      The crust was very buttery, but turned out to be Salty because of the salted butter and the 3/4 tsp of salt in the recipe. I will definitely make it again, with half the salt.

      Reply
      • Faith says

        February 06, 2014 at 4:23 am

        Cinnamon n Coffee, This bread is chewy by design (when toasted, the texture is somewhat reminiscent of a toasted sweet English muffin), but it should not be hard to cut. It sounds like over-mixing might have been the issue, which will cause bread or cake to be tough and dense. Regarding the salt, a salty buttery crust is the contrast for the chewy sweet interior of this bread; the 3/4 teaspoon salt isn't what's causing a salty crust - it's the salted butter. If you prefer just a buttery crust without the contrasting salty flavor, use unsalted butter instead (or feel free to omit the butter if you don't want a buttery crust). I hope this helps!

        Also, you mentioned adding banana; if you're looking for a great banana bread recipe, this one is my favorite: https://www.anediblemosaic.com/?p=11220.

        Reply
    3. Nora @ Buttercream Fanatic says

      June 15, 2013 at 12:26 pm

      I know what I'm making for breakfast tomorrow...

      Have a great trip!

      Reply
    4. Roxana | Roxana's Home Baking says

      June 13, 2013 at 9:06 am

      Have fun on your mini vacations. My husband is from upstate NEw York and I always hear stories how beautiful is there.
      This bread sounds like a great way to enjoy with a morning cup of coffee!

      Thanks

      Reply
    5. grace says

      June 11, 2013 at 2:36 pm

      what a treat! this has to be one of the most appealing quick breads i've seen lately. i'm not sure i could handle smelling it before it was ready to be consumed. :)

      Reply
    6. Luci's Morsels says

      June 11, 2013 at 9:07 am

      sucker* :D

      Reply
    7. Luci's Morsels says

      June 11, 2013 at 9:06 am

      I'm on a countdown for our annual cabin trip too! I love cooking with my mom in the cabin and hiking/bike riding during the day. True bliss!!

      This cinnamon bread looks AMAZING. I'm such a sucked for cinnamon.

      Luci’s Morsels – fashion. food. frivolity.

      Reply
    8. Melanie says

      June 11, 2013 at 7:46 am

      I guess this recipe was just calling to me, because I made it for dinner last night. I rarely run right out & pick up the ingredients for a recipe so quickly. Definitely worth it! We adored this bread after eating our lemon chicken orzo soup for dinner. Enjoy your mini-vacation!!!

      Reply
    9. Joanne says

      June 11, 2013 at 6:30 am

      Have fun on your mini vacation darling!! And what a gorgeous loaf of bread! I always seem to have extra buttermilk around and this is probably the perfect way to use it up!

      Reply
    10. Joanne T Ferguson says

      June 11, 2013 at 1:29 am

      G'day Faith! Your cake must have smelled AMZAZING, TRUE!
      I could go right now for a slice or two!
      Cheers! Joanne

      Reply
    11. Juliana says

      June 10, 2013 at 10:42 pm

      What a beautiful texture this bread has...and yes I love the idea of buttermilk and cinnamon...this is perfect for breakfast or afternoon snack.
      Have a great week Faith :)

      Reply
    12. Deborah says

      June 10, 2013 at 10:27 pm

      Ok, this looks amazing. I have to try it!!

      Reply
    13. Tammy says

      June 10, 2013 at 9:55 pm

      Is there something else I can use instead of whole wheat pastry flour? Thank you.

      Reply
    14. Alyssa (Everyday Maven) says

      June 10, 2013 at 3:42 pm

      Faith, I bet that bread smells amazing! Have a wonderful vacation and enjoy your down time :) xoxo

      Reply
    15. Sherri @The Well Floured Kitchen says

      June 10, 2013 at 2:44 pm

      ooh, this bread looks so inviting I wish I had some to go with my tea right now. Funny , I didn't even notice the lack of eggs until reading through the comments.

      Reply
    16. Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says

      June 10, 2013 at 11:41 am

      This looks awesome! What does the sparkling water do for this bread??

      Reply
      • Faith says

        June 10, 2013 at 1:01 pm

        Thanks, Katrina! The sparkling water makes for a fluffy texture without using heavier ingredients like oil, butter, or even eggs! Basically, it's just a fun, somewhat lighter version of quick bread. :)

        Reply
    17. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

      June 10, 2013 at 11:30 am

      In love with this bread, the cinnamon is calling my name!

      Reply
    18. Erica says

      June 10, 2013 at 11:19 am

      I actually have extra buttermilk on hand! I'm making this for my FIL!

      Reply
    19. Rosa says

      June 10, 2013 at 8:21 am

      Mmmhhh, so delicious looking and sounding! Perfect for making French toast, sweet grilled sandwiches or peanut butter and banana butties...

      Cheers,

      Rosa

      Reply
    20. Kari@Loaves n Dishes says

      June 10, 2013 at 7:37 am

      I love buttermilk in baked goods, and cinnamon is just so warm and lovely. I so need this to go with my coffee.
      Hope you have a great trip!

      Reply

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