Cinnamon Raisin Bread 2 Loaves

Indulge in the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked *Cinnamon Raisin Bread*, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat. This recipe yields two soft, pillowy loaves bursting with plump raisins and swirls of sweet cinnamon-sugar filling. With just a few pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon, you'll create homemade bread that rivals your favorite bakery. The dough is enriched with whole milk and melted butter, ensuring a tender crumb, while a double rise gives it a light, airy texture. Whether toasted and buttered or enjoyed straight from the loaf, this Cinnamon Raisin Bread delivers a touch of classic sweetness to your table. Ideal for large gatherings or freezing for later, these loaves are as versatile as they are irresistible!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Warm water (about 110°F/45°C)
• 4.5 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.33 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Whole milk (at room temperature)
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 6 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Raisins
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar (for filling)
• 1.5 tablespoons Ground cinnamon (for filling)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened, for filling)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the warm water, yeast, and a pinch of granulated sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

Add the granulated sugar, milk, melted butter, salt, and ground cinnamon to the yeast mixture. Stir until well combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing between each addition. Once dough forms and pulls away from the sides of the bowl, knead it (by hand or using the dough hook on a stand mixer) for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Gently knead in the raisins until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 5

Place the dough into a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal portions. Roll one portion out into a rectangle approximately 8x12 inches.

Step 7

Spread 1 tablespoon of softened butter over the rolled-out dough. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon for the filling, then sprinkle half of the mixture over the buttered dough.

Step 8

Starting from one short end, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the ends and seam to seal. Repeat with the second portion of dough.

Step 9

Place the rolled dough logs seam-side down into two greased 9x5-inch loaf pans. Cover loosely and allow to rise again for 30-45 minutes, or until the dough rises about 1 inch above the edges of the pans.

Step 10

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the loaves for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C).

Step 11

Remove the loaves from the oven and let cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1879.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4902.8

Total Fat 87.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 216.1mg	0%
Sodium 4943.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 952.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.3g	0%
Total Sugars 351.4g
Protein 97.1g	0%

Vitamin D 142.3IU	0%
Calcium 813.1mg	0%
Iron 40.5mg	0%
Potassium 3413.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.8%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 76.4%