Amish Cinnamon Bread Recipe

1. Preheat the Oven:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9×5-inch loaf pans.

2. Make the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture:

1. In a small bowl, mix together the 2/3 cup of sugar and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon. Set aside.

3. Prepare the Bread Batter:

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture in thirds, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
5. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Assemble the Bread:

1. Pour a quarter of the batter into the prepared loaf pans, spreading it evenly.
2. Sprinkle a generous layer of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter.
3. Repeat the layers, ending with a layer of the cinnamon sugar mixture on top.

5. Bake:

1. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
2. Allow the bread to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

6. Slice and Serve:

1. Once cooled, slice and serve your delicious Amish Cinnamon Bread.

Enjoy this sweet and aromatic bread with a cup of coffee or tea. It’s perfect for sharing with friends and family!