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Our homemade vegan Cinnamon Swirl Bread is one recipe you’ll want to make all year round! Super easy to make sweet and healthy quick bread recipe with swirls of cinnamon sugar baked inside! The irresistible creamy glaze is the perfect finishing touch.

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Why You’ll Love this Vegan Cinnamon Swirl Bread

You can enjoy indulging in this freshly vegan baked bread without feeling guilty, satisfying your tastebuds to the max with a luscious slice.
This delicious vegan cinnamon bread packs a punch of flavors with its sweet, gooey cinnamon swirls mixed into a moist and fluffy bread.
It’s a simple and easy, healthy cinnamon bread recipe for you to try at home, because as we all know, homemade bread recipes are the best!
Key ingredients used in this recipe include flaxseed, almond milk, and cinnamon!
Great any day of the week with a cup of hot coffee or tea for breakfast or a snack. Vegans as well as non-vegans alike, love it!

Ingredients You Need for Vegan Cinnamon Bread Recipe

Cinnamon Sugar Swirl Mixture

2/3 cup organic brown sugar
1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Quick Bread

2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
⅓ cup water
¾ cup unsweetened non-dairy milk or dairy-free milk of choice, I used almond milk, but you could use oat milk, cashew milk or coconut milk
⅓ cup canola oil, can also use melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, can also use regular vinegar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
⅔ cup organic granulated sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt

Glaze

3/4 cup organic powdered sugar, add more if needed for thicker icing
1 tablespoon unsweetened non-dairy milk, I used almond milk, add more if needed for thinner icing
Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for a vanilla glaze

Instructions How to Make Vegan Cinnamon Swirl Bread

Cinnamon Sugar Swirl Mixture

In a separate bowl, stir the brown sugar and cinnamon together and set aside.

Quick Bread

In a small bowl, stir together the flaxseeds and water together and let it set for 5-10 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray. For super easy removal, line pan with parchment paper. Use a 9×5 loaf pan or an 8×4 loaf pan, depending on baking time and height of bread you want. I used a 9×5 pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Stir together the milk, oil, apple cider vinegar and vanilla together in a measuring cup. Add the flax mixture into the wet mixture.
Add the flax/milk mixture to the bowl with the flour mixture. Stir everything together just until the ingredients are combined, without over mixing the batter.
Pour and half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spread it out with a spatula if needed.
Sprinkle half of the brown sugar mixture evenly over the batter.
Spread the remaining batter over the brown sugar mixture layer, then top the second layer of batter with another layer of the brown sugar mixture.
Use a knife to cut a swirl pattern into the unbaked loaf, making a wavy line or large “s” along the length of the pan.
Bake the loaf until a knife or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 40 to 55 minutes for 9×5 pan and 50-65 for an 8×4 pan.
Place the loaf pan onto a cooling rack after a brief cooling interval, usually 5 to 10 minutes, then let the loaf cool completely.

Making the glaze

As the bread cools down, mix the powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar. If it’s too thick, add a little more milk.
After the bread has cooled down, use a knife to carefully loosen it from the pan. Put a plate on top of the bread, and carefully turn it over. Lastly, pour the glaze on top of the bread. Top with some pecans or walnuts if you desire.

Storing Healthy Cinnamon Quick Bread

Room temperature: Put in a plastic or airtight container for up to 3 days.
Refrigerator: Put in the fridge and wrap it for at least 3 days.
Freezer: To save it for longer, wrap it in aluminum foil or freezer wrap, or put it in a freezer bag. Keep it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Thaw: To unfreeze, loosen the wrapping and let it thaw at room temperature or in the fridge.

More Variations

Add some delicious mix-ins like mini chocolate chips, raisins, chopped pecans or walnuts or throw in some of your favorite frozen berries for a fruity, cinnamon delight!
Add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon to the glaze for a gorgeous cinnamon burst of flavor in the icing!
We used all-purpose flour, but feel free to experiment with whole white wheat flour for an even healthier loaf or a gluten-free flour, like Bob’s Red Mill for a gluten-free option.
Take this bread to the next level and make some French toast! YUM!

Baking Quick Bread Tips

Quick breads are usually mixed by hand. It’s really important not to mix too much. If you mix too much, the gluten in the flour will make the bread tough and hard to chew. Just mix the batter just until everything is mixed together. It’s okay if there are some lumps.
Preheating your oven is really important when making quick bread. If your oven isn’t hot enough, your bread may not rise and could have a weird texture. Before making your bread, turn the oven to the right temperature listed in the recipe.
Quick breads can burn easily, so watch them closely while they bake. Use a toothpick or cake tester to check if they’re done. Stick it in the middle of the bread and if it comes out clean, it’s ready.
At the same time, make sure to not under bake your bread, otherwise, you’ll have a gooey, raw center.
Make sure to let your quick bread cool all the way before cutting it. If you cut it when it’s still warm, it might fall apart. Leave the bread in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then put it on a wire rack to cool down.

In conclusion, we’ve explored the delicious world of cinnamon swirl bread and how it can be made healthier with just a few simple tweaks. From using flaxseed, almond milk and cinnamon, there are plenty of ways to enjoy this classic vegan cinnamon bread recipe guilt-free. Remember, small changes can make a big difference in our overall health and well-being.

There’s no need to sacrifice flavor for healthiness when it comes to this glorious vegan cinnamon bread recipe. So go ahead and give this recipe a try – your taste buds and body will thank you!

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