A moist and fluffy quick bread with a sweet cinnamon swirl, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This simple recipe comes together quickly and will fill your home with the warm aroma of cinnamon.
Ingredients:
For the Bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze (optional):
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 teaspoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper. - Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. - Prepare the Wet Mixture:
In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar. Whisk in the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. - Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix. - Create the Cinnamon Swirl:
In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon for the swirl. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the batter. Add the remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon-sugar. Use a knife or skewer to swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter. - Bake the Bread:
Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. - Optional Glaze:
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread. - Serve and Enjoy:
Slice the bread and serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your homemade Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread!