Description
Dollywood Cinnamon Bread is a deliciously sweet, soft pull-apart bread filled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a smooth vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, this American-style treat combines the warmth of cinnamon with the richness of buttery bread to create a delightful homemade loaf that’s easy to bake and irresistible to eat.
Ingredients
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Bread Dough and Filling
- 1 loaf frozen bread dough (thawed)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan thoroughly to ensure the bread doesn’t stick during baking.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Roll and Cut Dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll the thawed bread dough into a 16×8-inch rectangle shape. Using a sharp knife or kitchen scissors, cut several vertical slits along the length of the dough about 1 inch apart, making sure the cuts are about three-quarters through the dough but not all the way through.
- Butter and Sprinkle Cinnamon Mixture: Brush the entire surface of the dough with melted unsalted butter, ensuring the butter seeps into the cuts. Generously sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the surface and press it gently into the dough and inside the cuts for maximum flavor.
- Form and Rise: Fold or loosely roll the dough to fit into the prepared loaf pan while keeping the cuts exposed to achieve the pull-apart effect. Place the dough in a warm spot and let it rise for 30–45 minutes until it becomes puffy.
- Bake the Bread: Bake the risen dough in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the bread turns golden brown and is baked through. After baking, let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before removing.
- Prepare and Drizzle Glaze: While the bread cools slightly, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle this glaze evenly over the warm bread to add sweetness and moisture.
- Serve: Serve the Dollywood Cinnamon Bread warm for the best flavor and texture. Enjoy as a snack, breakfast, or dessert treat.
Notes
- This bread is best enjoyed warm and fresh to maintain its soft texture and flavor.
- You can substitute the frozen bread dough with homemade bread dough or biscuit dough for a quicker option.
- For variation, add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts, or mix in raisins into the cinnamon sugar before folding to add texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 30-45 minutes rising time)
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/8th of loaf)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
