Cinnamon Breakfast Bread Recipe

Start your day with this incredibly delicious and satisfying Cinnamon Breakfast Bread! No mixer needed – this easy recipe is perfect for busy mornings. Bake a loaf, slice it into 10-12 long, slender pieces (using a kitchenaid soft-sided loaf pan is recommended!), and freeze for quick and easy toaster breakfasts. Enjoy the delightful contrast of crunchy edges and a moist, cinnamon-spiced center. Perfect with butter, your favorite fruit spread, or a dollop of cream cheese! This recipe is adaptable – even a juicy pineapple can be substituted for applesauce in a pinch! Adapted and improved from recipe #69170.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 102.1 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.2 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cinnamon Breakfast Bread

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How to Make Cinnamon Breakfast Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly oil the bottom and sides of a loaf pan (a KitchenAid soft-sided loaf pan is recommended).
  3. In a large bowl, combine the following ingredients in order: 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened; 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup (240ml) applesauce (or substitute with 1 cup of crushed pineapple with juice); 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  4. Mix the first six ingredients thoroughly using a spoon.
  5. In a small bowl, lightly beat one large egg with a fork and then add it to the wet ingredients.
  6. Mix well to combine.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
  8. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  9. Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  10. Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let the bread cool completely in the pan before slicing. Slice into 10-12 pieces and freeze in a zip-top bag for easy toaster breakfasts.
  12. Toast slices directly from frozen. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

1g

Carbs

7g

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