How to Make Scrumptious Cinnamon Bread

Cinnamon is the star ingredient in this scrumptious quick bread. The strudel-type topping makes it irresistible. This bread makes a welcome gift.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Listed Ingredients
• 9-inch Loaf Pan
• Oven

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease loaf pan and set aside.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine batter ingredients:
   1 stick butter, softened
   2 large eggs
   1 teaspoon vanilla extract
   1 teaspoon baking soda
   1 cup granulated sugar
   1 cup sour cream
   1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
   1/8 teaspoon salt
   
   Mix all batter ingredients together and set aside.

3. In a separate bowl, combine topping ingredients:
   3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
   1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
   4 Tablespoons granulated sugar
   
   Combine all topping ingredients and set aside.

4. Assemble the bread:
   
   Pour 1/2 of the batter mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle with a layer of topping. Pour remaining batter over topping layer. Sprinkle remaining topping on the top.

5. Using a butter knife, cut through the loaf and around the edges to swirl.
   
   Bake for 1 hour or until toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Place on a wire rack to cool completely. Remove from pan. Cool completely before slicing. Enjoy!

Tips & Warnings

• Serve warm slices with butter and a nice cup of coffee.

[galpal]

on 5/21/2008 This bread is delicious--very moist. It also makes a great hostess gift. :)