Tahini and Cinnamon Swirl Bread Recipes

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Discover two delicious bread recipes that combine rich flavors and comforting textures: Tahini Swirl Bread and Cinnamon Swirl Bread. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a special treat, these recipes are easy to make at home and sure to impress.

Tahini Swirl Bread

This bread features the nutty, creamy flavor of tahini swirled into a soft, yeasty loaf. It pairs wonderfully with honey, jam, or simply butter.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and olive oil. Add the yeast mixture, tahini, and honey.
  • Mix until a dough forms, then knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle.
  • Spread tahini evenly over the surface, then roll up tightly to form a loaf.
  • Place in a greased loaf pan, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown. Let cool before slicing.

Cinnamon Swirl Bread

This classic cinnamon swirl bread is sweet, fragrant, and perfect for toast or sandwiches. Its tender crumb and cinnamon spirals make it a favorite for all ages.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups bread flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

Instructions

  • Activate yeast in warm milk with a teaspoon of sugar; let sit until frothy.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Add melted butter and yeast mixture, then knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes.
  • Let the dough rise in a greased bowl, covered, for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled.
  • Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over the dough.
  • Roll up tightly from one edge, then cut into halves or leave whole to place in a loaf pan.
  • Let rise for another 30 minutes, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes.
  • Allow to cool slightly before slicing to enjoy the fragrant cinnamon swirls.