Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, gooey, and irresistibly fragrant bread that literally falls apart with each heavenly bite. This Homemade Cinnamon Roll Pull Apart Bread is not just a recipe—it's a magical culinary experience that transforms your kitchen into a bakery of dreams. With its golden-brown exterior, swirls of cinnamon sugar, and melt-in-your-mouth texture, this bread is guaranteed to become your new obsession. Whether you're looking to impress brunch guests or treat yourself to a decadent weekend indulgence, this recipe promises pure, unapologetic deliciousness that will have everyone begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 60 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray, ensuring complete coverage of the interior surfaces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until well blended and no lumps remain.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- In a separate small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. If using raisins, add them to this mixture and stir to combine.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead the dough 4-5 times to bring it together, being careful not to overwork.
- Roll the dough into a large rectangle, approximately 12x8 inches, using a rolling pin. Ensure the surface is evenly thick.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly across the entire surface of the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Cut the dough into roughly 2-inch squares using a sharp knife or pizza cutter. This will create individual pieces for the pull-apart bread.
- Carefully stack the dough squares on top of each other, creating layers. Then transfer the stacked pieces vertically into the prepared loaf pan.
- If desired, drizzle any remaining melted butter over the top of the layered dough to enhance moisture and flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then carefully transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Prepare a simple glaze by mixing powdered sugar with a little milk and vanilla extract. Drizzle over the cooled bread before serving.
- Serve warm and pull apart the delicious cinnamon-infused layers. Best enjoyed fresh on the day of baking.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is properly melted but not scorching hot, which could affect the dough's consistency.
- Don't Overwork the Dough: Gentle kneading is key. Overworking can make the bread tough instead of tender.
- Uniform Cutting: Use a sharp pizza cutter or knife to create even-sized squares for consistent baking.
- Moisture is Your Friend: The optional butter drizzle before baking adds incredible richness and prevents dryness.
- Glaze Game Strong: If making the optional glaze, add it only after the bread has completely cooled to prevent it from becoming runny.
- Storage Hack: While best enjoyed fresh, you can store leftovers in an airtight container and briefly reheat in the oven to restore that fresh-baked magic.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
