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11 Must-Bake Breads for Winter Celebrations and Beyond

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Cinnamon Swirl Bread

This cinnamon swirl bread is the perfect treat for breakfast or dessert, filling your kitchen with the irresistible aroma and warmth of cinnamon. Each slice offers a fully, aromatic swirl and bursts of juicy raisins. Toasted or served fresh, this bread is irresistible with a pat of butter or a drizzle of icing for a special touch.

Ingredients (for 1 loaf):

For the Dough:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup raisins

For the Filling:

  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add the warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a soft dough forms. Stir in the raisins.
  2. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8 min., or until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
  4. Punch down the dough and roll it into a 9x12-inch rectangle on a floured surface. Brush the melted butter over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top, leaving a 1-inch border along the edges.
  5. Starting from the shorter end, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Pinch the edges to seal and place it seam-side down in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Cover and let rise for another 30 min., or until puffy.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the loaf for 30-35 min., or until golden brown. Let it cool in the pan for 10 min., then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. For an extra touch, drizzle the loaf with a simple icing made from powdered sugar and milk after it cools.


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