Easy Cinnamon Bread (No Yeast)

If you’re craving a warm, sweet, homemade treat but don’t want the hassle of working with yeast, this Easy Cinnamon Bread is the perfect solution. Light, fluffy, and filled with irresistible cinnamon-sugar swirls, this quick bread brings comforting bakery-style flavor using simple pantry ingredients. Ready in just over an hour, it’s ideal for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a cozy dessert. This no-yeast cinnamon bread bakes beautifully every time, giving you a soft loaf with a golden crust and sweet cinnamon layers in each slice.

Ingredients

2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup butter softened
2 eggs
1 cup buttermilk or sour milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease an 8×4 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In another bowl, cream the granulated sugar and softened butter using a hand mixer. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the buttermilk and vanilla and mix again.
4. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir gently with a spoon until just combined.
5. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon.
6. Spread one-third of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle one-third of the cinnamon mixture on top. Repeat the layers two more times, ending with the cinnamon mixture.
7. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving and Storage Tips

Serve this cinnamon bread warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture. It’s delicious on its own, but you can also enjoy it with a spread of butter, honey, or cream cheese. For extra indulgence, lightly toast a slice and add a drizzle of icing or glaze. To store, keep the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 1 week. This bread also freezes well; wrap the cooled loaf or individual slices tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or warm in the microwave for a few seconds before serving.

Variations

1. Vanilla Glaze Drizzle a simple vanilla icing over the cooled loaf for added sweetness.
2. Apple Cinnamon Fold finely diced apples into the batter for a fruity twist.
3. Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Add chocolate chips to the batter for a chocolate-packed loaf.
4. Pumpkin Spice Replace cinnamon with pumpkin spice and add 1/2 cup pumpkin puree.
5. Blueberry Cinnamon Fold fresh or frozen blueberries into the batter for bursts of flavor.
6. Nutty Swirl Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
7. Maple Cinnamon Replace vanilla with maple extract for a warm maple flavor.
8. Brown Butter Batter Use browned butter instead of regular butter for richer depth.
9. Lemon Cinnamon Add lemon zest to the batter for a fresh citrus contrast.
10. Cream Cheese Layer Add a thin layer of sweetened cream cheese between the batter layers.
11. Raisin Cinnamon Add raisins or dried cranberries to the batter or cinnamon mixture.
12. Caramel Cinnamon Drizzle caramel sauce over each layer before adding the cinnamon sugar.
13. Coconut Cinnamon Mix shredded coconut into the batter or the cinnamon topping.
14. Chai Spice Use chai spice instead of cinnamon for a cozy, spiced loaf.
15. Espresso Cinnamon Add 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder to enhance the cinnamon flavor.

FAQs

1. Can I use regular milk instead of buttermilk Yes, add 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup milk to make sour milk.
2. Can I make this bread gluten free Yes, use a 1:1 gluten free flour blend.
3. Can I reduce the sugar You can reduce up to 1/4 cup without affecting texture.
4. Why is my bread dense Overmixing the batter can make it dense. Mix only until combined.
5. Can I double the recipe Yes, but use two loaf pans to avoid overflow.
6. Can I add more cinnamon Yes, feel free to increase the cinnamon in the swirl mix.
7. How do I know it’s done Bake until a toothpick comes out clean with no wet batter.
8. Can I bake it in a different pan Yes, use an 8-inch square pan and adjust baking time to 35 to 45 minutes.
9. Can I make muffins Yes, divide batter into a muffin tin and bake 18 to 22 minutes.
10. Can I freeze it Yes, freeze slices or the whole loaf tightly wrapped for up to 3 months.

This Easy Cinnamon Bread delivers everything you love about homemade baking without the need for yeast or extra rising time. With its tender crumb and sweet cinnamon swirls, it’s a loaf that tastes impressive yet comes together effortlessly. Whether served warm with butter, toasted for breakfast, or enjoyed plain alongside a cup of coffee, this cinnamon bread is sure to become a repeat favorite in your kitchen.

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