Cinnamon Swirl Bread

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 3 cups (360g)
• Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
• Salt: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Warm milk: 1 cup (240ml)
• Active dry yeast: 2 teaspoons (6g)
• Unsalted butter, softened: 1/4 cup (57g)
• Ground cinnamon: 1/4 cup (50g)
• Brown sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk and yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes, or until foamy.
3. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix until crumbly.
4. Add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
6. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
7. While the dough is rising, prepare the cinnamon filling. In a small bowl, combine the ground cinnamon and brown sugar.
8. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a 12x18 inch rectangle.
9. Sprinkle the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
10. Starting from one long end, roll up the dough tightly.
11. Slice the roll into 12 equal pieces.
12. Place the slices in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
13. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
14. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
15. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per slice
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 15g
• Sugar: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and flavorful
• Soft and fluffy
• Perfect for breakfast or brunch

User Comments:

• "This bread is absolutely delicious! The cinnamon swirl is perfect and the bread itself is so soft and fluffy."
• "I'm not usually a fan of cinnamon swirl bread, but this one is amazing. It's the perfect blend of sweetness and spice."
• "This bread is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I highly recommend it!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the milk is warm, but not hot, when activating the yeast.
• Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic, but do not over-knead.
• Let the dough rise in a warm place, free from drafts.
• If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
• If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk.