Save A soft, buttery bread layered with cinnamon sugar, baked to golden perfection. Each piece pulls apart easily, making it a cozy treat for breakfast or dessert.
This bread has become a family favorite for weekend mornings. Its sweet cinnamon layers always bring smiles and warm memories.
Ingredients
- Dough: 3 cups (375 g) all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar, 2 1/4 tsp (7 g) active dry yeast, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk warmed, 1/4 cup (60 ml) water warmed, 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter melted, 2 large eggs room temperature
- Cinnamon Sugar Filling: 1 cup (200 g) light brown sugar packed, 2 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter melted
- Optional Glaze: 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, 2 3 tbsp (30 45 ml) milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk, warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Step 2:
- Add melted butter, eggs, and salt. Stir in flour until a soft dough forms.
- Step 3:
- Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for 6 8 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Step 4:
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled.
- Step 5:
- Punch down dough and roll out to a 12x20 inch (30x50 cm) rectangle.
- Step 6:
- Brush dough with melted butter for the filling. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over dough.
- Step 7:
- Cut dough into 5 strips (12x4 inches/30x10 cm). Stack strips and cut into 5 squares (4x4 inches/10x10 cm).
- Step 8:
- Stack squares upright in a greased 9x5 inch (23x13 cm) loaf pan. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Step 9:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 30 35 minutes, until golden brown.
- Step 10:
- Let cool for 10 minutes in pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Step 11:
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over warm bread if desired.
Save Baking this bread always brings my family together around the breakfast table to share stories and laughter.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, rolling pin, loaf pan (9x5 inch / 23x13 cm), pastry brush, knife or pizza cutter, wire rack
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten), eggs, milk, butter (dairy). Check all ingredients for potential cross-contamination if sensitive.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 340 Total Fat: 10 g Carbohydrates: 56 g Protein: 6 g per serving
Save Enjoy this pull-apart bread fresh for the best texture and flavor, and share it with loved ones for a comforting treat.
Recipe FAQs
- → What makes this bread pull apart easily?
The dough is layered and cut into squares, stacked in a pan, then allowed to rise again before baking, creating distinct sections that separate effortlessly.
- → Can I add nuts or dried fruit to this bread?
Yes, chopped pecans or raisins can be sprinkled between the layers to add texture and flavor.
- → How do I know when the bread is fully baked?
Look for a golden brown crust and bake for 30-35 minutes at 350°F (175°C). The bread should sound hollow when tapped.
- → Is there a way to add a glaze to the bread?
A simple glaze made from powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract can be whisked together and drizzled over the warm bread for extra sweetness.
- → What texture can I expect from this bread?
The bread is soft and buttery with a slightly chewy crumb, accented by the sweet, cinnamon-spiced sugar layers.
- → Can I use bread flour for this preparation?
Yes, bread flour can be substituted to create a chewier texture if preferred.