Amish Cinnamon Bread – Soft, Sweet, and Filled with Irresistible Cinnamon Swirls
There’s something incredibly comforting about the aroma of freshly baked cinnamon bread filling the kitchen. This Amish Cinnamon Bread is soft, moist, and beautifully swirled with layers of cinnamon sugar that create the perfect balance of sweetness and warm spice in every slice. Unlike traditional yeast breads, this recipe requires no kneading, no rising time, and no special equipment—simply mix the ingredients, layer the batter with cinnamon sugar, and let the oven do the rest. It’s an easy homemade treat that’s perfect for both beginner and experienced bakers.
One of the reasons this recipe has remained a favorite for generations is its simplicity. Made with everyday pantry staples, it delivers bakery-quality results with very little effort. As the bread bakes, the cinnamon sugar melts into delicate ribbons throughout the loaf, creating pockets of sweet, buttery flavor and a wonderfully tender crumb. The golden crust adds just the right amount of texture while keeping the inside incredibly soft and moist, making every slice impossible to resist.
Whether you’re serving it for breakfast, enjoying it with an afternoon cup of coffee, packing it into lunchboxes, or sharing it during the holidays, Amish Cinnamon Bread always feels special. It’s delicious served warm with butter, lightly toasted the next day, or finished with a simple vanilla glaze for an extra indulgent touch. One loaf rarely lasts long, so don’t be surprised if it disappears within minutes of coming out of the oven.
Ingredients:
For the Bread
3 cups all-purpose flour.
1 cup granulated sugar.
1 tablespoon baking powder.
½ teaspoon salt.
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon.
2 large eggs.
1¼ cups milk.
⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted butter.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
For the Cinnamon Sugar Swirl
½ cup granulated sugar.
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon.
Instructions:
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread soft and tender.
Step 5
In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and sugar for the swirl mixture and stir until evenly blended.
Step 6
Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Step 7
Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter.
