If you love the smell and taste of freshly baked cinnamon bread, this Cinnamon Sugar Bread recipe will become your new favorite. Soft, tender, and swirled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar filling, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack.

This homemade bread combines the warm aroma of cinnamon with a sweet, buttery swirl that melts in your mouth. It’s simple to make, yet impressive enough to serve to guests. Serve it toasted with butter, or enjoy it plain for a classic comfort treat.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Soft & fluffy texture: Perfectly tender bread with a light crumb.
Sweet cinnamon swirl: Adds flavor and visual appeal.
Simple to make: Easy steps, minimal fuss.
Versatile: Great for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Ingredients

Bread:

3 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 tsp salt
½ cup milk – warm
¼ cup unsalted butter – melted
2 large eggs – room temperature

Cinnamon Sugar Filling:

½ cup granulated sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp unsalted butter – softened

Instructions

Activate yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm milk with yeast and 1 tsp sugar. Let sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.
Prepare dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add melted butter, eggs, and yeast mixture. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
Knead dough: Knead on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1.5 hours, until doubled in size.
Prepare filling: Mix sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
Shape loaf: Roll dough into a rectangle (approx. 12×8 inches). Spread softened butter evenly, then sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top. Roll dough tightly into a loaf and place in a greased loaf pan.
Second rise: Cover loaf and let rise 30–40 minutes until puffy.
Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake 30–35 minutes until golden brown. Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Serve: Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Tips & Variations

Extra cinnamon flavor: Add ½ tsp of nutmeg or cardamom to the filling.
Glaze topping: Drizzle with powdered sugar glaze for extra sweetness.
Swirl effect: Cut a small slice in the middle to reveal the beautiful cinnamon swirl before serving.
Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze slices for later.

Serving Ideas

Toasted with butter or cream cheese.
Serve alongside coffee, tea, or hot chocolate.
Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.

Story Behind the Recipe

This Cinnamon Sugar Bread recipe was inspired by classic coffee house cinnamon bread, with a soft, fluffy texture and rich cinnamon flavor. It’s a cozy, comforting treat that brings warmth to the kitchen, perfect for family breakfasts, brunch gatherings, or a simple afternoon snack.