Ingredients:
For the Batter:
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
2 cups buttermilk (Alternatively, prepare homemade buttermilk using 2 cups milk combined with 2 tablespoons vinegar or lemon juice)
4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Layering:
2/3 cups sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
Steps to Bake the Perfect Amish Cinnamon Bread:
Start by creaming together the softened butter, 2 cups sugar, and eggs in a mixing bowl until smooth.
Progressively add in the milk, followed by the flour and baking soda. Mix until you achieve a uniform batter.
Distribute approximately half of the batter among two greased loaf pans, filling each about a quarter full.
In a separate bowl, combine the 2/3 cups sugar and cinnamon to prepare the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Generously sprinkle about three-quarters of this mixture over the batter in both pans.
Pour the remaining batter into the pans, and garnish with the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Introduce a swirling pattern using a knife, ensuring the cinnamon-sugar mixture gets intricately marbled with the batter.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for around 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Allow the bread to settle and cool in the pans for about 20 minutes before transferring them out.
Yields: 2 wholesome loaves.
Indulge in this delectable bread and watch as it becomes an instant favorite among your family and friends.
