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Cinnamon Swirl Loaf

benner

Servings: 4 | Cook: 35-40 minutes

A sweet yeast bread with cinnamon sugar swirl, perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

  • 1 Package Active Dry Yeast
  • 1/4 cut water
  • 2 cups milk, scalded
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 7 1/2 to 8 cups sifted flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp cinnamon
  • Soft butter

Instructions

  1. Soften yeast in warm water (110°). Pour scalded milk over 1/2 cup sugar, shortening and salt, and stir to dissolve sugar. Cool to lukewarm.
  2. Add 3 cups of flour; mix well, stir in softened yeast and eggs; beat well. Add enough remaining flour to make soft dough; turn out onto floured surface. Cover and let rise 10 minutes.
  3. Knead to smooth and elastic (8 to 10 minutes). Place in lightly greased bowl turning once to grease surface. Cover and let rise 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  4. Punch down and let rise again about 1 hour. Punch down and divide dough in half, cover and let rest 10 minutes. Roll into 15 by 7 inch rectangles 1/2 inch thick.
  5. Mix 3/4 cup sugar and cinnamon. Reserve 2 tbsp of mixture; sprinkle remaining over 2 rectangles of dough. Sprinkle about 2 tsp water over each and smooth with spatula.
  6. Roll each as jelly roll beginning with narrow side, seal each edge. Press down on ends with sides of hands, fold tips under loaf as you put in pans. Place sealed ends down in 2 greased 9 1/2 x 5 x 3 loaf pans.
  7. Let rise till almost double (45 to 60 minutes). Just before baking brush loaves with soft butter and sprinkle with remaining cinnamon sugar.
  8. Bake at 375°F for 35 to 40 minutes or until done. Cover with aluminum foil for the last 5 to 10 minutes of baking.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 1394
Protein 31.2g
Carbohydrates 249.6g
Fat 28.6g
Fiber 6.4g
Sodium 22mg

Recipe Improvement Suggestions

Consider these ingredient substitutions for healthier alternatives.

Lower Glycemic Load

Instead of sugar:

  • stevia
    — Reduces GL by ~100%
    (Zero glycemic impact)
  • monk fruit sweetener
    — Reduces GL by ~100%
    (Natural sweetener)
  • erythritol
    — Reduces GL by ~95%
    (Sugar alcohol)

Instead of flour:

  • almond flour
    — Reduces GL by ~85%
    (Low-carb, high protein)
  • coconut flour
    — Reduces GL by ~80%
    (High fiber)

Lower Cholesterol

Instead of egg:

  • egg whites only
    — Reduces cholesterol by ~100%
    (2 whites = 1 whole egg)
  • flax egg (1 tbsp flax + 3 tbsp water)
    — Zero cholesterol
    (For baking)
  • commercial egg substitute
    — Reduces cholesterol by ~100%
    (Like Just Egg)

Instead of eggs:

  • egg whites only
    — Reduces cholesterol by ~100%
    (2 whites = 1 whole egg)
  • flax eggs
    — Zero cholesterol
    (For baking)

Instead of butter:

  • olive oil
    — Reduces cholesterol, adds healthy fats
    (Use 3/4 amount)
  • avocado oil
    — Heart-healthy alternative
    (Good for high heat)
  • plant-based butter
    — Reduces cholesterol by ~100%
    (Similar texture)

Make It Gluten-Free

Instead of flour:

  • gluten-free all-purpose flour
    — 1:1 substitute
    (Best for most recipes)
  • almond flour
    — Lower carb, denser result
    (Good for cookies, cakes)
  • oat flour (certified GF)
    — Mild flavor
    (Use certified gluten-free oats)

These suggestions are general guidelines. Results may vary. For medical dietary needs, consult a healthcare provider.

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