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Cinnamon Swirl Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

• For the Dough:
  • 160g warm milk
  • 38g white sugar
  • 3g instant yeast
  • 1 egg (around 57g, reserve 10g for later)
  • 300g bread flour
  • 3g salt
  • 28g unsalted butter, melted
  • 35g softened unsalted butter (for spreading on the dough)
• For Topping (Optional):
  • Melted butter for brushing after baking

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a bowl, mix warm milk, white sugar, and instant yeast. Ensure it’s well combined.
   • Add the egg (reserving 10g), and mix well.
   • Sift and add bread flour and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
   • Cover the bowl and let it rest for 20 minutes.
2. Add Butter and Rise:
   • Microwave 28g unsalted butter for 20-30 seconds.
   • After 20 minutes, pour the melted butter over the dough and knead until well combined.
   • Cover the dough and let it rise until doubled in size.
3. Prepare for Rolling:
   • Spread some butter in a baking pan to prevent sticking.
   • Deflate the dough to remove air bubbles.
   • Roll out the dough to about 20x35cm using a rolling pin.
4. Create Cinnamon Swirl:
   • Spread 35g softened unsalted butter evenly on the dough, leaving some at the end.
   • Roll up the dough from the other end, pinching the edges.
   • Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for 20 minutes.
5. Shape and Final Rise:
   • After 20 minutes, sprinkle flour on the roll and divide it into 8 parts.
   • Place the pieces alternating up and down, pressing the two ends together.
   • Place into the prepared baking pan.
   • Cover and let it rise until doubled in size.
6. Preheat and Bake:
   • Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
   • Brush the risen dough with the leftover egg wash.
   • Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
7. Finish and Cool:
   • After baking, place the bread on a rack to cool.
   • Optionally, brush with melted butter for added richness.
8. Enjoy:
   • Slice and enjoy the super fluffy and delicious cinnamon swirl bread!

Tips:

• Ensure the melted butter is not too hot before pouring it onto the dough.
• You can customize the filling by adding cinnamon and sugar for a more traditional cinnamon swirl flavor.
• Don’t skip the freezing step; it helps the dough maintain its shape during baking.