Cinnamon Quick Bread Recipe π
Overview:
This delightful Cinnamon Quick Bread is a surefire hit, with its tantalizing aroma wafting through the house as it bakes, beckoning everyone to the kitchen. Moist, fluffy, and bursting with cinnamon goodness, it’s perfect for any time of day β whether it’s a mid-afternoon snack, a breakfast treat, or even a sweet finale to dinner. Let’s dive into the recipe and whip up this irresistible loaf!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 4 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 2 tsp | Baking soda |
| 2 tsp | Baking powder |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1 cup | Shortening |
| 2 cups | Granulated sugar |
| 4 | Eggs |
| 2 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 2 cups | Buttermilk |
| 2 cups | Granulated sugar (for cinnamon swirl) |
| 2 tbsp | Ground cinnamon |
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Grease a standard-sized loaf pan and set it aside.
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Sift Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside for now.
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Cream Shortening and Sugar: In another mixing bowl, combine the shortening and granulated sugar. Mix them together until they’re creamy and well combined.
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Add Eggs and Vanilla: Once the shortening and sugar are creamed, add in the eggs and vanilla extract. Mix everything together until you have a smooth, homogeneous mixture.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Buttermilk: Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Stir until all the ingredients are fully incorporated and you have a smooth batter.
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Layering the Batter: Pour one-third of the batter into the greased loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
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Create Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix together the remaining granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle one-third of this cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the layer of batter in the pan. Use a knife to gently swirl the cinnamon sugar into the batter.
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Repeat Layering: Repeat the process by adding another layer of batter followed by cinnamon sugar swirls, until all the batter and cinnamon sugar mixture are used up. Remember not to swirl the cinnamon sugar into the top layer of batter.
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Top with Cinnamon Sugar: Instead of swirling the cinnamon sugar into the top layer, lightly dust it over the batter. This will create a delightful crusted effect once baked.
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Bake: Place the prepared loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
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Cool and Enjoy: Once baked, remove the cinnamon quick bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 5812.2
- Fat Content: 234.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 60.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 865.6mg
- Sodium Content: 6375.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 840.4g
- Fiber Content: 17.2g
- Sugar Content: 452.4g
- Protein Content: 93.3g
Serving Suggestions:
This Cinnamon Quick Bread is delicious on its own, but you can take it to the next level by serving it with a dollop of whipped cream, a drizzle of caramel sauce, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat. Pair it with a hot cup of coffee or tea for the perfect snack or dessert experience. Enjoy every moist and flavorful bite of this homemade delight! π
