Dollywood Cinnamon Bread Recipe
Introduction
Dollywood Cinnamon Bread is a warm, gooey treat that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert. With layers of sweet cinnamon sugar baked inside soft bread dough, it fills your kitchen with a delightful aroma.
Ingredients
- Bread dough (enough for one loaf)
- Butter, softened (about 4 tablespoons)
- Sugar (1/2 cup)
- Cinnamon (2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your bread dough according to the package or recipe instructions until it’s ready to be shaped.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together to create the cinnamon sugar.
- Step 3: Roll out the bread dough on a floured surface into a rectangle about 12 by 8 inches.
- Step 4: Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough surface.
- Step 5: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar evenly over the buttered dough.
- Step 6: Roll the dough tightly into a loaf shape and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Step 7: Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cinnamon sugar filling is gooey.
- Step 8: Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing and serving warm.
Tips & Variations
- Use melted butter for easier spreading if your butter is too firm.
- Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts between layers for extra crunch.
- For extra gooeyness, drizzle a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk over the warm bread.
Storage
Store any leftover cinnamon bread wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat slices in the microwave for 10–15 seconds to restore warmth and softness.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use pre-made bread dough for this recipe?
Yes, pre-made bread dough from the store works perfectly and saves time while maintaining great flavor.
What if I don’t have a loaf pan?
You can shape the dough into a round or braid it and bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet instead. Bake times may vary slightly.
PrintDollywood Cinnamon Bread Recipe
Dollywood Cinnamon Bread is a sweet, gooey treat made by layering rich buttery bread dough with a generous sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, then baking it until golden and irresistibly soft. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, this homemade bread offers a delightful cinnamon swirl with every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (8-10 servings) 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Bread Dough
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Layering
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and a teaspoon of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy. Add the flour, remaining sugar, salt, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
- Roll out dough: Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a large rectangle about 12×16 inches on a floured surface.
- Layer with butter and cinnamon sugar: Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough rectangle. Mix the sugar and cinnamon together, then sprinkle it generously over the buttered dough.
- Shape the bread: Starting from the long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut the log into slices about 1 1/2 inch thick and place them into a greased loaf pan standing up next to each other with the cut side up.
- Second rise: Cover the pan with a towel and let the dough rise again for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes or until golden on top and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Remove the bread from the oven, let it cool slightly in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best gooey texture.
Notes
- For extra gooeyness, brush the browned top with melted butter immediately after baking.
- You can sprinkle additional cinnamon sugar on top before baking for a crunchy crust.
- Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze slices for longer storage.
- If you prefer, swap all-purpose flour with bread flour for a chewier texture.
Keywords: Dollywood, cinnamon bread, homemade bread, cinnamon sugar bread, sweet bread, breakfast bread
