Quick Buttermilk Cinnamon Bread
Indulge in the cozy flavors of homemade Quick Buttermilk Cinnamon Bread, a delightful treat that combines the tangy richness of buttermilk with the warm sweetness of cinnamon sugar swirls. This quick bread recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time, making it perfect for busy mornings or impromptu gatherings. A cinnamon-sugar topping, beautifully marbled into the tender crumb, adds a touch of elegance and irresistible aroma to every bite. With simple pantry staples and no yeast required, this easy loaf bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Enjoy it warm with a brush of melted butter for a comforting breakfast, afternoon snack, or the ultimate coffee pairing. Perfectly moist, subtly spiced, and endlessly satisfying—this buttermilk cinnamon bread will become your go-to recipe for effortless homemade baking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease or line a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, gently folding them together with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; some lumps are okay.
In a small bowl, mix the ground cinnamon and brown sugar to create the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter.
Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon sugar layer and smooth out the top again.
Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture on top of the final batter layer.
Using a butter knife or skewer, gently swirl the cinnamon sugar layers into the batter by making figure-eight patterns throughout the loaf pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For added richness, brush the top of the warm bread with melted unsalted butter before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
270 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.9 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 212 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 69 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
