Description
Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread is a delightful, aromatic treat that fills your kitchen with the warm scents of cinnamon and vanilla. This moist and soft bread features a thick ribbon of cinnamon-sugar swirled throughout, making it perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. Its versatility allows you to easily transform the recipe into muffins or mini loaves for individual servings. Whether you’re sharing it at a cozy family gathering or savoring it solo with your morning coffee, this quick bread is sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup whole milk (room temperature)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup plain yogurt
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Optional: vanilla icing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a loaf pan generously.
- In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the remaining sugar, milk, vegetable oil, yogurt, egg, and vanilla extract. Add this mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle most of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top, then add the rest of the batter over it. Sprinkle with remaining cinnamon-sugar.
- Using a knife, gently swirl through the batter to create a marbled effect without over-mixing.
- Bake for 50–65 minutes (longer for an 8×4-inch pan) until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for about an hour before transferring to a cooling rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For muffins: Divide batter into muffin tins and bake for about 20-25 minutes. Variations: Feel free to add nuts or dried fruits to enhance flavor.