Dollywood Cinnamon Bread Loaf (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Bread Components
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1 pound frozen bread dough, thawed
→ Topping and Coating
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
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6 Tablespoons salted butter, melted
→ Glaze
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2 Tablespoons milk
# Instructions:
01 -
Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with baking spray and set aside.
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In a medium bowl, combine ¾ cup granulated sugar and 1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon. Stir to mix evenly.
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Place the thawed bread dough into a shallow dish. Make 5 deep slits through the bread without cutting all the way through.
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Generously brush the slits with melted butter, coating the insides well, and sprinkle ⅓ of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the bread, focusing on the slits. Pat it in gently.
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Flip the bread over, brush generously with butter, and sprinkle another ⅓ of the cinnamon sugar mixture over this side, rubbing it in well.
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Flip the bread back over, drizzle with butter, and sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar on top. Moisten with any remaining butter to ensure minimal dry sugar on the surface.
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Place the prepared bread, cut side up, in the baking dish. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise for 30 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 300°F. Bake the bread for 40 minutes, turning it 180° halfway through. Place a sheet tray on the bottom rack to catch any spills, if necessary.
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Allow the baked bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Run a butter knife along the edges to loosen if needed.
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Whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar and 2 Tablespoons milk until smooth.
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Pour the glaze over the warm bread and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
# Notes:
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Ensure the cinnamon sugar mixture thoroughly coats the bread, including inside the slits, for optimal flavor.