Old-Fashioned Amish Cinnamon Bread — Sweet, Swirled, and Straight from the Farmhouse Kitchen

Marcus ReedSeptember 4, 2026

There’s a reason Amish cinnamon bread has become a beloved classic: it’s simple, comforting, and impossibly fragrant—a tender loaf swirled with cinnamon-sugar, baked in a humble loaf pan, and finished with a crackly, sweet crust.

No fancy ingredients. No stand mixer. Just pantry staples, one bowl, and 10 minutes of prep for a loaf that tastes like it came from an Amish market stall.

Perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a midnight snack—this bread is pure nostalgia in every slice.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

🍞 One-bowl, no-mixer simplicity

⏱️ 10-minute prep, then bake while you sip coffee

💰 Uses basic pantry staples—flour, sugar, butter, cinnamon

❤️ Naturally vegan (no eggs or dairy in the batter!)

🌿 Comforting aroma—your kitchen will smell like a bakery

“It’s not just bread—it’s a warm hug from a simpler time.”

Ingredients You’ll Need

(Makes 1 loaf)

For the Bread:

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1 tbsp baking powder

½ tsp salt

1¼ cups water

¼ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon-Sugar Swirl:

½ cup granulated sugar

2 tbsp ground cinnamon

2 tbsp melted butter (for topping)

💡 Pro Tip: Use real vanilla extract—it deepens the warmth of the cinnamon.

Step-by-Step Instructions: