Dollywood Cinnamon Bread with Icing
A delightful treat that combines the warmth of cinnamon with freshly baked bread, perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
Bread Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Light and fluffy, serves as the backbone of your bread.
- 1/2 cup sugar Sweetness that complements the cinnamon.
- 2 teaspoons baking powder Helps the bread rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
- 1/2 cup milk Adds creaminess and moisture.
- 1/4 cup butter, melted Brings a delicious flavor.
- 1 large egg Helps bind the ingredients.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses a subtle warmth.
Cinnamon Filling
- 1/2 cup butter, melted Extra buttery goodness.
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds rich, molasses-like notes.
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon The star of the show.
Icing
- 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the deal.
- 2 tablespoons milk Achieves perfect drizzling consistency.
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Rounds out the icing flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon for the filling.
Assembly
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Spoon half of the cinnamon filling over the batter and swirl gently.
- Repeat with the remaining batter and filling.
Baking
- Bake the loaf for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, prepare the icing by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Once the bread has cooled slightly, drizzle the icing over the warm loaf.
Notes
Allow the bread to cool slightly before adding icing. Add nuts or raisins for extra flavor.