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Delicious Dollywood cinnamon bread, a warm and sweet treat.

Dollywood Cinnamon Bread

This delightful Dollywood Cinnamon Bread is a warm, cozy treat that captures the essence of family gatherings and sweet nostalgia, filled with cinnamon swirls and topped with icing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 8 slices
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the bread

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour This is the base, giving it that perfect fluffy texture.
  • 1/2 cup sugar Adds sweetness and contributes to the lovely golden brown color.
  • 2 tsp baking powder Essential for helping the bread rise.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Enhances the flavors.
  • 1/2 cup milk Provides moisture; any kind will work.
  • 1/4 cup melted butter Makes everything rich and delicious.
  • 1 large egg Binds the ingredients together.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds deeper flavor.

For the cinnamon filling

  • 1/2 cup melted butter Helps the sugary mixture stick to the dough.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds deeper sweetness and caramel notes.
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon Adjust to taste if you love cinnamon!

For the icing

  • 1 cup powdered sugar Makes for a dreamy topping.
  • 2 tbsp milk Ensures the icing gets the right consistency.
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract Enhances the flavor.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, mix milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Pour wet ingredients into dry mix and stir until just combined.
  • In another bowl, stir melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until it forms a paste.
  • Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan, drizzle half of the cinnamon filling, and swirl gently.
  • Add remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon filling, swirling gently.

Baking

  • Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Whisk together icing ingredients and drizzle over the warm bread before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread fluffy. You can add nuts or raisins for additional texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
Keyword Cinnamon Bread, Comfort Food, Dollywood, Easy Recipe, sweet treat
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