CINNAMON SWIRL BREAD /CINNAMON RAISIN BREAD in 4 SIMPLE STEPS

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with similar fat content.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + powdered milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Honey adds natural sweetness with a distinct flavor.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg replacer

Flaxseed provides binding properties for vegan options.

Add flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast into a bowl and whisk to combine.

Heat milk and butter in a saucepan until warm, then pour into the flour mixture.

Let the dough sit covered for 8-10 minutes to hydrate the flour.

Knead the dough for 6-8 minutes until soft and supple, adding more flour or milk if needed.

Roll the dough into a rectangle, sprinkle with cinnamon powder, sugar, and raisins, then pinch edges to seal.

Place the log into a buttered loaf pan and cover to rise in a warm environment until doubled in size.

Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes until golden brown.

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