The Bread Machine Cinnamon Swirl Bread makes a perfectly swirled, sweet, spiced loaf surprisingly simple. The secret? Just a quick pause during your bread machine's Basic Bread cycle after the second kneading to add that sweet, spiced cinnamon swirl.
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Why This Bread Machine Cinnamon Swirl Bread Recipe Works
This Bread Machine Cinnamon Swirl Bread recipe is a game-changer for anyone who loves homemade bread but appreciates convenience. By utilizing the bread machine for the initial mixing and kneading, you save time and effort.
The simple technique of pausing the cycle allows you time to roll out the dough and brush it with a buttery cinnamon mixture before rolling up tightly. When you return it to the bread maker, just resume the bread cycle to let it rise and bake!
- Effortless Swirl: Achieved with a simple pause in the bread machine cycle.
- Minimal Hands-On Time: Let your bread maker do most of the work!
- Delicious Cinnamon Flavor: Warm and comforting in every bite.
- Beautiful Presentation: Impressive swirls make it a treat for the eyes.
Ingredients Overview
This easy recipe calls for a simple set of pantry staples. You'll need warm milk to activate the yeast, vegetable oil, granulated sugar for sweetness, and salt to balance the flavors. All-purpose flour forms the base of the bread, and active dry yeast provides the necessary rise.
For that irresistible swirl, mix melted butter and cinnamon to brush onto the rolled out dough before rolling up and placing back into the bread machine pan to rise and bake.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How To Make Cinnamon Swirl Bread with a Bread Maker
Creating this wonderful bread machine cinnamon swirl bread involves adding your dough ingredients to the bread machine and letting it run through the initial mixing and kneading cycles.
Once the second kneading is complete, you'll briefly pause the machine to roll out the dough, spread it with a buttery cinnamon filling, and then roll it up before resuming the bread machine's cycle for rising and baking. The result is a beautifully swirled loaf with minimal hands-on effort.
Step 1: Add the warm water, oil, and honey to the bread maker pan. Most bread machines require you to load with wet ingredients first for proper mixing.
Step 2: Next, add the flour, salt, and yeast to the bread maker pan.
Step 3: Close the bread maker, and set the program to either White Bread, or Basic Bread.
Step 4: After the second kneading completes, pause the bread maker program. Be sure to remove the dough paddle. Remove the ball of dough and transfer it to a lightly floured work surface.
Step 5: Roll the dough out with your hands or a rolling pin to about 10" x 14".
Step 6: Mix the melted butter and ground cinnamon, brushing it over the surface of the dough rectangle.
Step 7: Starting at the narrow end, roll up the dough tightly.
Step 8: Tuck the two ends under the center of the rolled dough.
Step 9: Position the dough so the tucked end are centered over where the dough paddle used to be.
Step 10: Close the bread machine and resume the bread making cycle. It will do a final rising, and then bake the loaf.
Step 11: Remove from the bread maker, cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then tip out. Allow the loaf to cool completely before slicing.
This bread machine cinnamon swirl bread is fantastic warm, with a simple slather of butter allowing the sweet cinnamon swirls to truly shine. It's also incredible toasted with a drizzle of honey.
For a more decadent treat, try making French toast with it - the cinnamon infused slices create an extra special breakfast.
Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few delicious variations or substitutions when making this recipe.
- Add a pinch of ground cloves or use apple pie spice to the cinnamon swirl filling.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts or raisins over the cinnamon filling before rolling up the dough.
Tips for Success
Here are a few tips for making this recipe:
- Use Warm Milk: Warm milk helps activate the yeast.
- Don't Overfill: Be careful not to add too much cinnamon filling, as it can prevent the dough from sealing properly.
- Roll Tightly: Rolling the dough tightly helps create those beautiful swirls.
Storage Options
- Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Freezing: Let the bread cool completely, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then foil. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Thaw at room temperature before slicing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You'll need to monitor the machine closely and unplug it briefly after the second kneading cycle is complete. The bread machine will 'remember' the program for up to 30 minutes, depending on the brand.
Ensure you spread the filling evenly and roll the dough tightly.
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Bread Machine Cinnamon Swirl Bread
Ingredients
- 250 ml water 1 cup
- 37 grams vegetable oil 3 tablespoons
- 63 grams honey 3 tablespoons
- 360 grams all-purpose flour 3 cups
- grams salt 1½ teaspoons
- 7 grams active yeast 2¼ teaspoons, or 1 envelope
For the Cinnamon Swirl
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Add the warm water, oil, and honey to the bread maker pan. Most bread machines require you to load with wet ingredients first for proper mixing.250 ml water, 37 grams vegetable oil, 63 grams honey
- Next, add the flour, salt, and yeast to the bread maker pan.360 grams all-purpose flour, 7 grams active yeast, grams salt
- Close the bread maker, and set the program to either the White Bread, or Basic Bread for a 1.5 lb loaf with a light crust color.
- After the second kneading completes, pause the bread maker program. Be sure to remove the dough paddle.
- Remove the ball of dough and transfer it to a lightly floured work surface.
- Roll the dough out with your hands or a rolling pin to about 10" x 14".
- Mix the melted butter and ground cinnamon, brushing it over the surface of the dough rectangle.2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, 3 tablespoons butter
- Starting at the narrow end, roll up the dough tightly. Tuck the two ends under the center of the rolled dough, and position the dough so the tucked end are centered over where the dough paddle used to be.
- Close the bread machine and resume the bread making cycle. It will do a final rising, and then bake the loaf.
- Remove from the bread maker, cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then tip out. Allow the loaf to cool completely before slicing.
Kelly says
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