Amish Cinnamon Bread
Soft, sweet, and spiced, this Amish Cinnamon Bread is a no-fuss quick bread that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or the holidays.
Ingredients
For the Bread Batter
- 1 cup 2 sticks softened butter
- 2 cups white granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Swirl
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Grease two 9×5-inch loaf pans with butter or cooking spray. Set aside.
Step 2: Mix the Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
- Add buttermilk, flour, and baking soda.
- Mix just until combined—don’t over-mix.
Step 3: Make the Cinnamon-Sugar Mix
- In a small bowl, stir together the cinnamon and sugar until evenly combined.
Step 4: Layer the Loaves
- Divide half the batter between the two prepared pans.
- Sprinkle about ¾ of the cinnamon-sugar mix over the batter in both pans.
- Top with the remaining batter and sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
Step 5: Swirl It Up
- Use a butter knife to swirl the batter gently, creating that beautiful marbled effect inside the bread.
Step 6: Bake
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- If needed, add 5 more minutes depending on your oven.
Step 7: Cool and Serve
- Let loaves cool in the pans for 20 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature.