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Irresistible Amish Cinnamon Bread – Soft, Sweet, No-Yeast Cinnamon Swirl Loaf

Easy Amish Cinnamon Bread with a buttery cinnamon swirl. Soft, moist, and perfect for breakfast, dessert, or gifting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 2 Loaves
Calories 410 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Batter

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking soda

For the Cinnamon Swirl

  • ⅔ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Loaf Pans
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
    Grease two 9×5-inch loaf pans or line with parchment paper.
  • Make the Batter
    In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
    Beat in the eggs, one at a time.
    Mix in the buttermilk until fully incorporated.
    In a separate bowl, whisk the flour and baking soda.
    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  • Create the Cinnamon Swirl
    In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon.
    Pour ¼ of the batter into each loaf pan.
    Sprinkle ¼ of the cinnamon mixture over each pan.
    Add the remaining batter and top with the remaining cinnamon sugar.
    Use a knife to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture through the batter.
  • Bake
    Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For cleaner slices, allow the loaf to cool completely.
  • Add nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture.
  • Bread freezes beautifully — ideal for make-ahead baking.