Indulge in the delightful aromas and flavors of freshly baked cinnamon raisin loaves, a classic treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a tender crumb, a crispy crust, and a generous swirl of sweet cinnamon sugar, these loaves are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe or are looking for a vegan or gluten-free option, this article has you covered. Discover the secrets to creating the perfect loaf, from selecting the right ingredients to achieving the perfect rise. Get ready to embark on a baking journey that will fill your kitchen with the irresistible scent of cinnamon and raisins.
This article features a collection of cinnamon raisin loaf recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels. From the classic recipe that uses simple ingredients and straightforward instructions to a vegan version that uses plant-based alternatives, there's something for everyone. If you're looking for a gluten-free option, you'll find a recipe that uses a blend of gluten-free flours to create a delicious and allergy-friendly loaf. Additionally, there's a recipe that incorporates a sourdough starter for those who enjoy the tangy flavor of fermented bread. No matter your choice, you're sure to find a recipe that suits your taste and dietary needs.
WORLD'S BEST CINNAMON RAISIN BREAD (NOT BREAD MACHINE)
This is the best Cinnamon Raisin Bread I've ever had! It really has a great consistency and smells WONDERFUL while baking. I made this for the first time about a year ago and since it makes 3 loaves, I gave one to my neighbor. Now she asks for it constantly and since it is so fun to make, I oblige her, plus I get to keep the other 2 loaves!
Provided by Lydia Holton
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 3h45m
Yield 3 loaves, 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Warm the milk in a small sauce pan on the stove until it just starts to bubble, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat.
- Let cool until lukewarm, about 120-125 degrees.
- Dissolve yeast in warm water and set aside until yeast is frothy, about 10 minutes or so (make sure your water is at the correct temperature or the yeast won't activate.) Then mix in eggs, sugar, butter salt and raisins (stir in the cooled milk slowly so you don't cook the eggs.) Add the flour gradually to make a stiff dough.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for a few minutes until smooth.
- Place in a large, buttered, mixing bowl and turn to grease the surface of the dough.
- Cover with a warm, damp cloth and let rise (I like to let my bread rise in the oven with the light on. It has just the right amount of heat and keeps the bread out of drafts.) Allow to rise until doubled, usually about 1 1/2 hours.
- Roll out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle 1/2 inch thick.
- Moisten the dough with 2 tablespoons milk and rub all over the dough with your hands.
- Mix together 1 cup of sugar and 3 tablespoons cinnamon and sprinkle mixture evenly on top of the moistened dough.
- Roll up tightly (the long way).
- The roll should be about 3 inches in diameter.
- Cut into thirds, and tuck under ends and pinch bottom together.
- Place loaves into well greased (you can use Crisco or butter for this) 9 x 5 inch pans and lightly grease tops of loaves.
- Let rise in warm place, uncovered, again for about an hour.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until loaves are lightly browned and sound hollow when tapped.
- Remove from oven and let cool on rack.
- Take melted butter and spread over tops of loaves.
- After about 20 minutes, lay loaves on their sides and remove from pans.
- Allow to cool before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.6, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 25.5, Sodium 83.4, Carbohydrate 34, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 10.8, Protein 4.1
CINNAMON RAISIN LOAVES
Yield serves 24
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Heat the oven to 350°F. Spray 2 (8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch) loaf pans with the cooking spray.
- 2. Stir the flour, cinnamon, baking soda and baking powder in a large bowl.
- 3. Beat the sugar, soup, egg whites, oil and vanilla extract in a medium bowl with a fork or whisk. Add the soup mixture to the flour mixture, stirring just until blended. Fold in the zucchini and raisins. Pour the batter into the loaf pans.
- 4. Bake for 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the loaves cool in the pans on wire racks for 10 minutes. Remove the loaves from the pans and let cool completely on wire racks.
RAISIN LOAVES
This old-fashioned yeast bread recipe yields three golden loaves, each chock-full of plump raisins. Your guests will be pleased with the homemade flavor and luscious cinnamon-sugar topping.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h5m
Yield 3 loaves (12 slices each).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat the milk, water and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat until moistened. Add the eggs, vanilla and lemon juice; beat until smooth. Add raisins. , Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky). Do not knead. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Stir dough down. Divide into thirds; place in three greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise until almost doubled, about 45 minutes. , Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Brush with melted butter; sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 159mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
RAISIN CINNAMON BREAD
Here's my version of the time-honored cinnamon swirl bread. Confectioners' sugar icing makes it even more special. The recipe makes two loaves, perfect for sharing with the neighbors. -Deanna Patterson, Greenville, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 55m
Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add milk, 1/3 cup sugar, oil, salt and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Add raisins and enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/4 hours. , Punch dough down. On a lightly floured surface, divide in half. Roll each into a 15x7-in. rectangle. Combine cinnamon and remaining sugar; sprinkle over dough. Sprinkle with water. Starting with a short side, roll up tightly, jelly-roll style. Pinch seams and ends to seal. Place, seam side down, in two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. , Preheat oven to 350°. Bake 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over warm loaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 157mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CINNAMON RAISIN QUICK BREAD
Cinnamon and raisins bring heartwarming flavor to this mildly sweet bread. It's ideal for an on-the-go breakfast or a quick snack before dinner. -Flo Burtnett, Gage, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h10m
Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine flour, 1-1/2 cups sugar, soda and salt. In a small bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in raisins. Combine cinnamon and remaining sugar; set aside. , Spoon half the batter into 2 greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Sprinkle with half of the reserved cinnamon sugar; repeat layers. Cut through batter with a knife to swirl. , Bake 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Freeze option: Wrap cooled bread in foil and freeze for up to 3 months. To use, thaw at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CINNAMON RAISIN LOAF
This bread is good right out of the oven or stored for several days and used for toast.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Yield Makes 2 loafs
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In an electric mixer, combine 1/4 cup water and yeast. Let sit until yeast is creamy, about 10 minutes. Add flour, powdered milk, sugar, salt, 3 tablespoons melted butter, and remaining water. Mix, using the paddle attachment, on low speed for 1 minute. Change to dough hook and mix on medium-low speed for 7 minutes. Or knead by hand, 15 or 20 minutes. Add raisins and mix on medium-low speed until dough is firm but not dry, 3 minutes.
- Transfer to a lightly floured surface and knead by hand into a ball. Place dough, smooth side up, in a large, lightly oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap; let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 1 1/2 hours.
- Butter two 9-by-5-inch loaf pans generously and set aside. In a small bowl combine sugar and cinnamon and set aside. Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and cut in half. Cover one piece of dough loosely with lightly oiled plastic wrap.
- Press the other piece of dough into a 10-by-12-inch rectangle. Brush with half of the beaten egg, sprinkle with half the cinnamon sugar, and drizzle with half the butter. Rub the surface with the back of a spoon to blend butter and cinnamon sugar. Starting at a short end, roll up dough tightly and pinch together along crease. Roll the dough back and forth to make it cylindrical, and pinch the ends together. Transfer to a loaf pan, seam side down, and cover loosely with lightly oiled plastic wrap. Repeat process with second piece of dough. Let loaves rise in a warm place, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Thirty minutes before this final rise is completed, place a baking stone, if using, in the lower third of oven. Heat oven to 425 degrees.
- Brush tops of loaves with egg white and sprinkle each loaf with 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar. Bake 15 minutes; lower oven to 400 degrees and bake 15 minutes more. Remove from oven; cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
CINNAMON RAISIN BREAD (2 LOAVES)
This was in the November/December 2008 issue of Simple & Delicious magazine, submitted by Flo Burnett. This recipe makes 2 delicious loaves of flavorful bread! So easy and I love that I can make a loaf for my family and share the other!
Provided by Dine Dish
Categories Quick Breads
Time 1h15m
Yield 2 Loaves
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, soda and salt. I a mixing bowl, beat 1-1/2 cups sugar and oil. Beat in eggs and buttermilk until combined. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in raisins. Combine cinnamon and remaining sugar; set aside.
- Spoon half of the better into two greased 8-in x 4-in x 2-in loaf pans. Sprinkle with half of the reserved cinnamon-sugar mixture; repeat layers. Cut through batter with a knife to swirl. Bake at 350 degrees for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2454.6, Fat 64.3, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 221.3, Sodium 2758.4, Carbohydrate 434.3, Fiber 9.9, Sugar 234.2, Protein 41.5
RAISIN LOAF
This loaf is light in color and comes from New Zealand.
Provided by Carol
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Fruit Bread Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.
- Place butter, sugar, and 1 egg in large bowl. Beat well. Beat in second egg. Stir in milk and vanilla.
- In another bowl measure in flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in raisins. Pour all at once into batter. Stir to moisten only. Spoon into greased loaf pan.
- Bake in 350 degree F (175 degree C) oven for 1 hour or until it tests done. Cool 10 minutes. Turn out of pan. Cool on rack. Wrap to store. Allow to ripen a day or two to improve flavor. Serve buttered.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.3 g, Cholesterol 32.6 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 243.8 mg, Sugar 20.8 g
CINNAMON RAISIN BREAD I
This was my dad's recipe. A yummy moist bread loaded with raisins and cinnamon. The best raisin cinnamon bread I've ever had! Great plain, toasted, or with a light glaze of buttercream frosting!
Provided by Faye Salisbury
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Breakfast Bread Recipes
Time 3h20m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Warm the milk in a small saucepan until it bubbles, then remove from heat. Let cool until lukewarm.
- Dissolve yeast in warm water, and set aside until yeast is frothy. Mix in eggs, sugar, butter or margarine, salt, and raisins. Stir in cooled milk. Add the flour gradually to make a stiff dough.
- Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for a few minutes. Place in a large, greased, mixing bowl, and turn to grease the surface of the dough. Cover with a damp cloth. Allow to rise until doubled.
- Roll out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle 1/2 inch thick. Moisten dough with 2 tablespoons milk. Mix together 3/4 cup sugar and 2 tablespoons cinnamon, and sprinkle mixture on top of the moistened dough. Roll up tightly; the roll should be about 3 inches in diameter. Cut into thirds, and tuck under ends. Place loaves into well greased 9 x 5 inch pans. Lightly grease tops of loaves. Let rise again for 1 hour.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes, or until loaves are lightly browned and sound hollow when knocked. Remove loaves from pans, and brush with melted butter or margarine. Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Cholesterol 18.1 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 114.9 mg, Sugar 10 g
Tips:
- Use fresh yeast for best results. If using active dry yeast, be sure to proof it in warm water with a little sugar before adding it to the dough.
- For a sweeter loaf, add an extra 1/4 cup of sugar to the dough.
- If you don't have cinnamon chips, you can use 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon instead.
- For a crunchier crust, brush the loaves with melted butter before baking.
- Be sure to let the loaves cool completely before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
These cinnamon raisin loaves are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their soft, fluffy texture and sweet, cinnamony flavor, they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special bread to bake, give these cinnamon raisin loaves a try. You won't be disappointed!
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