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Dollywood Cinnamon Bread with Icing

A warm, gooey cinnamon bread with rich icing that invokes cozy memories and Southern hospitality.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bread Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Pure white flour that will create a light and fluffy base.
  • 1/2 cup sugar Sweetness that complements the spices.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder This leavening agent helps the bread rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup milk Creates moisture and enhances flavor.
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted Adds richness.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds aromatic flavor.
Cinnamon Filling
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted Transforms your filling into indulgence.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Brings caramel-like sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon The star of the show.
Icing
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Provides the final touch of decadence.
  • 2 tablespoons milk Helps achieve the perfect drizzle.
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Rounds out the icing flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a loaf pan and set it aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  6. In another small bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the filling.
Assembly
  1. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  2. Spoon half of the cinnamon filling over the batter and swirl gently with a knife.
  3. Repeat with the remaining batter and cinnamon filling.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. While the bread is baking, make the icing by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
  3. Once the bread has cooled slightly, drizzle the icing over the warm loaf.

Notes

Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a light texture.