Copy Cat Great Harvest Cinnamon Burst Bread Recipe

Recreate the magic of Great Harvest's iconic Cinnamon Burst Bread with this delicious copycat recipe! Achieve that light, airy texture and irresistible cinnamon flavor at home. While finding authentic cinnamon chips can be tricky, this recipe delivers a fantastic approximation, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat. Get ready to bake up a batch of pure cinnamon heaven!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 1538.9 kcal
Protein 90g
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Ingredients for Copy Cat Great Harvest Cinnamon Burst Bread

  • Yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (for yeast), 1 cup granulated sugar (for dough), ½ cup granulated sugar (for topping)
  • Eggs
  • 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Cinnamon Baking Chips
  • Flour

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How to Make Copy Cat Great Harvest Cinnamon Burst Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup warm water (105-115°F), 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 cup granulated sugar.
  4. Add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Add ½ cup melted unsalted butter and 1 large egg, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  7. In a small bowl, combine ½ cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon. Add ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional).
  8. Roll the dough into a 12x18 inch rectangle. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
  9. Tightly roll the dough up from the long side into a log. Pinch the seam to seal.
  10. Cut the log into 12 equal slices and place them cut-side up in the prepared loaf pan.
  11. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 30-45 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  12. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  13. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

112 g

Sugar

104g

Fat

17g

Carbs

97g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Copy Cat Great Harvest Cinnamon Burst Bread?

Copy Cat Great Harvest Cinnamon Burst Bread takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Copy Cat Great Harvest Cinnamon Burst Bread?

Copy Cat Great Harvest Cinnamon Burst Bread has approximately 1538.9 calories per serving, with about 90 g protein, 97 g carbohydrates and 29 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Copy Cat Great Harvest Cinnamon Burst Bread?

The key ingredients for Copy Cat Great Harvest Cinnamon Burst Bread are Yeast, Sugar, Eggs, Warm Water, Salt, Vegetable Oil. See the full list with measurements above.

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