Amish Cinnamon Bread is a simple masterpiece that combines the fragrant flavors of cinnamon and the subtle sweetness in a fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth loaf. This wonderful bread has a soft texture and a rich flavor that will fill your home with an irresistible aroma. No kneading or complicated ingredients required, just a few quick and easy steps to have bread that disappears in minutes right out of the oven. Perfect for serving with a cup of coffee or tea in the morning, or as a light treat for your family and loved ones.
★Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 cups buttermilk (or 2 cups milk + 2 tablespoons vinegar or lemon juice)
Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture*
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ⅔ cup sugar
★Instructions
Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9×5-inch loaf pans.
Make the batter: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and 2 cups of sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs and mix well. Stir in the buttermilk and baking soda until combined.
Add flour: Gradually mix in the flour until the batter is smooth.
Prepare cinnamon-sugar mixture: In a small bowl, mix together ⅔ cup of sugar and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon.
Layer the batter and cinnamon-sugar: Pour half of the batter into the two greased loaf pans, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle ¾ of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter in the pans.
Add remaining batter: Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon layer, then sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
Swirl the cinnamon: Use a knife to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture through the batter, creating a marbled effect.
Bake: Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and serve: Let the bread cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and enjoy! It may disappear fast—good luck keeping it around!