Description
This Dollywood Cinnamon Bread with Icing recipe brings the famous treat from Dollywood straight to your kitchen! Soft, warm, and swirled with a rich cinnamon-sugar filling, then drizzled with a creamy icing, this bread is the perfect sweet treat for breakfast, dessert, or a snack. It’s incredibly easy to make and sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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For the Cinnamon Bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons milk (or heavy cream for a richer flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- For the Cinnamon Bread:
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal. - Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar. - Mix the Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. - Combine the Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense. - Prepare the Cinnamon-Sugar Swirl:
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon until evenly combined. - Assemble the Bread:
Pour half of the bread batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter. Then, pour the remaining batter on top and spread it evenly again. Sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top. - Swirl the Cinnamon:
Using a butter knife or skewer, gently swirl the cinnamon-sugar mixture into the batter to create a marbled effect. - Bake the Bread:
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The top of the bread should be golden brown, and the bread should feel firm to the touch. - Cool the Bread:
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Icing:
- Make the Icing:
While the bread is cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, melted butter, milk (or heavy cream), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy. If the icing is too thick, add a little more milk; if it’s too thin, add a bit more powdered sugar. - Drizzle the Icing:
Once the bread has cooled slightly (it can still be a little warm), drizzle the icing over the top of the bread, letting it drip down the sides. - Serve and Enjoy:
Slice the bread and serve it warm or at room temperature. Enjoy the sweet, cinnamon-y goodness with a cup of coffee or tea!
- Preheat the Oven:
Notes
- For an extra indulgent treat, you can add chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, into the cinnamon swirl.
- If you like a stronger cinnamon flavor, you can increase the cinnamon in the swirl to 2 tablespoons.
- This bread is best enjoyed within 2-3 days, but it can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (of 12 slices)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg