No-Knead Cinnamon Swirl Bread with Honey Glaze

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Simple, tender bread with a sweet cinnamon swirl and glossy honey glaze, ideal for weekend mornings. This american-inspired breakfast ready in about 55 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, granulated sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.5 (10 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 8 American cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1 tsp salt. Add 1 cup warm whole milk and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Step 2: Cover bowl with a damp towel and let rest at room temperature for 1 hour, until doubled in size.
  3. Step 3: Punch down dough and roll into a 12x10-inch rectangle. Brush with 2 tbsp melted butter, then sprinkle evenly with 2 tbsp cinnamon and 1/4 cup brown sugar.
  4. Step 4: Roll up tightly from the long edge, pinch seam to seal, and place in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35-40 minutes until golden brown. While baking, mix 1/4 cup honey with 1/4 cup powdered sugar to make glaze.
  6. Step 6: Drizzle glaze over warm bread and let cool slightly before slicing.

Frequently asked questions

How long does No-Knead Cinnamon Swirl Bread with Honey Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover No-Knead Cinnamon Swirl Bread with Honey Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in No-Knead Cinnamon Swirl Bread with Honey Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale No-Knead Cinnamon Swirl Bread with Honey Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with No-Knead Cinnamon Swirl Bread with Honey Glaze?

American breakfast like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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