
This old-fashioned quick bread is packed with warm cinnamon sugar swirls and a tender crumb that tastes like it came straight from a country kitchen.
β±οΈ Time & Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Bake Time: 50β55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 10 slices
- Calories per Serving: ~320 kcal
π Ingredients
Bread Batter
- 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar) π₯
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs π₯
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Cinnamon Sugar Swirl
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 Β½ tsp ground cinnamon
π©βπ³ Step-by-Step Instructions
1οΈβ£ Preheat Oven & Prep Pan
Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment.
2οΈβ£ Mix the Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet until just combinedβdonβt overmix.
3οΈβ£ Make the Cinnamon Swirl
In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon and sugar.
4οΈβ£ Layer the Loaf
Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan. Sprinkle half the cinnamon sugar over it. Add the rest of the batter, then top with the remaining cinnamon sugar. Swirl gently with a butter knife.
5οΈβ£ Bake to Perfection
Bake for 50β55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
π Why Youβll Love This
- No yeast, no kneading, no fuss
- Perfectly sweet with that signature crunchy cinnamon swirl
- Stays moist for days (if it lasts that long!)
- Tastes like a cross between coffee cake and cinnamon rolls
- Freezes beautifully β just slice and wrap
π‘ Helpful Tips
- Add a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts between layers for crunch.
- Want extra moisture? Swap half the oil for applesauce.
- This loaf makes a great gift β wrap in parchment and twine for homemade charm.
- Serve warm with butter or cream cheese for the ultimate treat.
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