Why This Recipe Beats All Others
Tired of snickerdoodle bread recipes that require hard-to-find cinnamon chips? Ours doesn’t—and it’s softer, sweeter, and simpler than anything you’ll find on Google.
✅ No specialty ingredients – Uses pantry staples
✅ Extra-moist texture – Thanks to a secret ingredient (sour cream!)
✅ Perfect cinnamon swirl – Just like the classic cookie
✅ Foolproof method – No baking fails!
The BEST snickerdoodle bread—no cinnamon chips needed!
What Makes This Recipe Different?
Most recipes either:
❌ Use cinnamon chips (which many bakers don’t have)
❌ Turn out dry (no sour cream or yogurt)
❌ Skip the swirl (just cinnamon on top—boring!)
Ours fixes all that!
King Arthur Flour’s guide to moist quick breads
Ingredients (Pantry-Friendly!)
For the Bread:
✔ 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
✔ ½ tsp baking soda
✔ ½ tsp baking powder
✔ ½ tsp salt
✔ ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil)
✔ ¾ cup granulated sugar
✔ 2 large eggs, room temp
✔ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✔ ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for tang)
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
✔ ¼ cup sugar
✔ 1 tbsp cinnamon
*(Pro Tip: Add 1/8 tsp nutmeg for extra warmth!)*
Step-by-Step Instructions (Failproof!)
Step 1: Prep Like a Pro
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper (or grease well).
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3: Cream Butter & Sugar
Beat butter + sugar until fluffy (~2 mins).
Add eggs, vanilla, and sour cream; mix until smooth.
Step 4: Layer the Swirl
Pour half the batter into the pan.
Sprinkle half the cinnamon sugar on top.
Repeat layers, then swirl with a knife.
“The secret to the perfect swirl!”
Step 5: Bake & Cool
Bake 50-55 mins (toothpick should come out clean).
Cool 15 mins in pan, then transfer to a rack.
FAQs (Outranking Competitors!)
Q: Can I use brown sugar instead?
A: Yes! Replace ¼ cup granulated sugar with brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
Q: How do I store it?
A: Keep in an airtight container for 3 days or freeze for 1 month.
Q: Can I add nuts or raisins?
A: Absolutely! Fold in ½ cup chopped pecans or raisins before baking.
Pro Tips for the BEST Bread
✨ Room-temperature ingredients = smoother batter
✨ Don’t overmix – Stir until just combined
✨ Check early – Ovens vary; start testing at 45 mins
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ No weird ingredients – Unlike other recipes demanding cinnamon chips
✔ Softer than competitors’ – Thanks to sour cream
✔ Better swirl – More cinnamon-sugar layers
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