Amazing Amish Friendship Cinnamon Bread

Prep Time: 10 mins      Cook Time: 55 mins

Ingredients:

For bread

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup buttermilk 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt

For topping

• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350o F.
2.  Mix together the cinnamon and 1/3 cup sugar for the topping; set aside.
3. Cream together butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla; mix until combined.
5. Add the buttermilk, flour, baking soda and salt; mix until just combined.
6. Spread half the batter into a greased 9X5-inch loaf pan.
7. Sprinkle 3/4 of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter. Gently spread remaining batter over the top, then sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon sugar.
8. Bake for 48-52 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Allow to cool in the loaf pan for 15-20 minutes, then run a knife around the edge of the pan and invert onto a wire rack to finish cooling.

Notes:

1. Store in zip top bag or sealed container at room temperature for 2-3 days.
2. For longer storage, tightly wrap loaf with plastic wrap then again with foil. Label and store in the freezer for 1-2 months. Thaw before cutting.
3. You can make your own buttermilk by combining 1 cup milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice, then letting it sit for 5 minutes until curdled.