Cinnamon Swirl Sourdough Bread

This Cinnamon Swirl Sourdough Bread makes a moist and delicious quick bread that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack. It makes the most amazing morning toast and is also incredible for French toast or bread pudding.

Made with brown sugar, warm cinnamon, and a secret ingredient that adds just a hint of tang and extra moisture, this bread bakes up tender and flavorful every time. I’ve added it to our collection of favorite homemade recipes, and it’s soft, lightly sweet, and loved by my kids just as much as it is by me.

Kitchen Equipment Needed :

• Large mixing bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Kitchen scale “optional”
• Rolling pin
• Small bowl for cinnamon sugar
• Loaf pan
• Parchment paper
• Clean kitchen towel
• Cooling rack

Tips for Cinnamon Swirl Sourdough Bread

– Lightly flour the surface when shaping.

– Longer fermentation deepens flavor.

– Cold proofing makes shaping easier.

– Cinnamon may tighten the crumb slightly.

– Let bread cool fully before slicing.

– Crust softens as the loaf rests.

– Toasting brings out cinnamon flavor.

What to Eat with Cinnamon Swirl Sourdough Bread ??

Cinnamon Swirl Sourdough Bread is delicious on its own, but it pairs beautifully with simple toppings. Serve it toasted with butter, cream cheese, or a drizzle of honey for breakfast.

It can also be used for special treats like French toast Muffins or Grilled Sweet Sandwiches. The mild sweetness makes it flexible for many meals and moments.

Ingredients :

– Bread flour or all purpose flour provides structure and helps create a soft yet sturdy crumb that holds the cinnamon swirl beautifully.

– Warm water or milk hydrates the dough and helps everything come together smoothly while keeping the bread tender.

– Honey or sugar adds gentle sweetness and balances the tangy sourdough flavor.

– Butter or oil adds richness and keeps the loaf soft and moist even after baking.

– Salt enhances all the flavors and keeps the sweetness from overpowering the bread.

– Ground cinnamon is the star of the swirl and brings warm, cozy flavor to every slice.

– Brown sugar melts into the cinnamon layer and creates that gooey, sweet swirl throughout the bread.

How to Make Cinnamon Swirl Sourdough Bread :

Step 1

To get started mixing the sourdough starter with water in a large bowl until mostly combined. Add the flour and salt, then mix until a rough dough forms. Cover the bowl and let the dough rest so the flour can fully absorb the water.

Step 2

In the meantime after resting, gently fold the dough a few times to build strength. Cover again and let it rise until puffy and nearly doubled in size. This can take several hours depending on the temperature of your kitchen and while the dough rises, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Set it aside so it is ready when needed.

Step 3

Now you’ll want to once the dough has risen, gently turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it into a rectangle. Spread a thin layer of softened butter or oil over the surface, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar evenly across the dough.

Step 4

When everything is done carefully roll the dough into a tight loaf shape, keeping the swirl inside. Pinch the seams closed and place the loaf into a greased or lined loaf pan.

Cover and let it rise again until slightly puffy then bake until the top is golden and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped. Let it cool completely before slicing so the swirl sets properly.

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