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toasted cinnamon swirl bread with butter

The Ultimate Guide to Cinnamon Recipes: Rolls, Breads & Sweet Creamy Treats

Warm, comforting, and timeless—cinnamon recipes bring cozy flavor to every bite, whether it’s rolls, bread, or festive cakes.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour
  • Active dry yeast
  • Brown sugar
  • Butter
  • Heavy cream
  • Eggs
  • Cream cheese
  • Vanilla extract
  • Cinnamon (Cassia or Ceylon)
  • Oats, dates, cashews (for raw rolls)
  • Baking powder and soda (for quick breads)

Instructions

Instructions:

  1. Choose your cinnamon type: Cassia for bold flavor, Ceylon for delicate sweetness.
  2. Prepare dough or batter using quality base ingredients like flour, eggs, and butter.
  3. For rolls: Roll dough into a ¼-inch rectangle, spread filling evenly, and roll tightly without over-compressing.
  4. For bread: Mix batter, layer with cinnamon-sugar, and swirl before baking.
  5. For raw rolls: Blend oats, dates, and cashews; shape and chill. Top with a creamy cashew or dairy-based frosting.
  6. Bake as directed depending on the recipe—typically 15–25 minutes at 350°F.
  7. Add toppings: glaze, cream cheese frosting, or heavy cream soak as preferred.
  8. Cool before slicing for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Store baked goods in airtight containers. Freeze for longer shelf life. Reheat in oven for best results. Try vegan swaps for a plant-based version.

  • Author: Mike
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American, International
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll or slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: cinnamon, rolls, bread, holiday, cream, dessert