Fragrant Cinnamon Swirl Bread
Making Fragrant Cinnamon Swirl Bread
Introducing a recipe for warm, sweet cinnamon swirl bread, freshly baked as if from an oven, that you can easily enjoy at home. I’ll explain the shaping method in detail, which might seem complex but is easy for anyone to follow. The subtle cinnamon aroma and sweetness will fill your home with happiness.
Bread Dough Ingredients- 70g Bread Flour
- 30g Whole Wheat Flour (adds a wholesome taste and flavor)
- 15g Granulated Sugar
- 1g Salt
- 5g Fresh Yeast (or 2g Active Dry Yeast)
- 10g Heavy Cream (makes the bread softer and moister)
- 15g Egg (approx. 1/4 of a small egg)
- 35g Water
Cinnamon Filling- 15g Granulated Sugar
- 1g Ground Cinnamon (adjust to your preference)
- 1g Coffee Powder (finely ground instant coffee powder works well for flavor)
- Melted Butter, as needed (approx. 15-20g, for coating the bread surface thoroughly)
- 15g Granulated Sugar
- 1g Ground Cinnamon (adjust to your preference)
- 1g Coffee Powder (finely ground instant coffee powder works well for flavor)
- Melted Butter, as needed (approx. 15-20g, for coating the bread surface thoroughly)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, combine all the bread dough ingredients and knead until you have a smooth and elastic dough. Place the dough in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it undergo its first proofing in a warm place for about 40-45 minutes. We’ll proceed to shaping without an intermediate rest. Gently roll out the dough to your desired bread size.
Step 2
After the first proof, roll out the dough thinly. Brush the surface evenly with melted butter. Be careful not to let the butter dry out. Then, sprinkle the mixture of granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and coffee powder evenly over the buttered surface. You’ll already start to smell the sweet and fragrant cinnamon aroma.
Step 3
On top of the dough with the filling, spread melted butter again, sprinkle with the cinnamon filling mixture, and stack another piece of dough. Repeat this process to layer a total of 4 sheets of dough. This layering will create beautiful layers in the bread when baked, making it even more appealing. The stacked layers will build anticipation.
Step 4
Carefully trim the edges of the stacked dough with a knife to create clean sides. Then, place a round object, like a cookie cutter or a cup, in the center of the dough and press down to mark the center line. This center line will serve as a guide for cutting the bread beautifully later.
Step 5
Using a knife, cut the dough along the center line. First, divide it into 4 equal parts. Then, cut each of these parts in half to make 8 sections, and cut those in half again to create a total of 16 sections. When making the cuts, don’t cut all the way through; cut about two-thirds of the way to make shaping easier later.
Step 6
Now it’s time to shape the bread. Take two of the 16 sections simultaneously. Twist them in opposite directions about twice. Then, bring the twisted ends together downwards and pinch them firmly to secure the shape of the bread base. You’ll create an adorable and unique cinnamon roll shape.
Step 7
Arrange the shaped cinnamon swirl bread pieces on a baking sheet, leaving some space between them. Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C (375°F) for about 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and beautifully colored. Bake until the tops of the bread have a delicious golden-brown hue.
Step 8
As the delicious cinnamon swirl bread bakes, the sweet and fragrant cinnamon aroma filling your home will surely bring a smile to your face. We hope you have a happy and wonderful day with this aromatic bread! ♥
