Cinnamon Raisin Bread Recipe

Here’s a delicious homemade cinnamon raisin bread recipe that’s perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack while you’re camping!

Ingredients:

• For the Dough:
  • 3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 cup raisins
• For the Filling:
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• For the Glaze (optional):
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
   • Add the warm milk, melted butter, and egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
   • Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until the dough is soft and begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl.
   • Stir in the raisins.
2. Knead the Dough:
   • Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
3. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon together.
   • Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
4. Shape the Dough:
   • Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and roll it into a rectangle, about 18×9 inches.
   • Brush the melted butter over the dough. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
5. Roll the Dough:
   • Starting from the short end, tightly roll up the dough into a log.
   • Pinch the seams to seal and place the log seam-side down in the prepared loaf pan.
   • Cover with a damp cloth and let rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until the dough has risen just above the edges of the pan.
6. Bake:
   • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
   • If the bread is browning too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil during the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
7. Cool:
   • Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
   • Turn the bread out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Optional Glaze:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
   • Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.
9. Serve:
   • Slice and enjoy your homemade cinnamon raisin bread!

This cinnamon raisin bread is perfect toasted with a bit of butter, or you can enjoy it as is for a sweet treat. Enjoy this sweet bread at Camp Lakewood Campground today!