Cinnamon Pull-Apart Bread Recipe

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If you’re eager to enhance your baking skills and treat your taste buds to a delightful experience, look no further than the scrumptious Cinnamon Apple Pull-Apart Bread.

This heavenly creation blends the comforting warmth of cinnamon, the sweetness of apples, and the soft, pillowy texture of freshly baked bread to craft a culinary masterpiece that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet indulgence at any time of the day.

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs

For the Filling:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 2 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored, and finely diced

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Proof the yeast:

• Combine warm milk and a pinch of sugar in a small bowl.
• Sprinkle yeast over the mixture and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Prepare the dough:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
• Add the activated yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs.
• Mix until a soft dough forms.
• Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.

First rise:

• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.

Make the filling:

• Mix together softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
• Fold in diced apples.

Shape the bread:

• Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface.
• Spread the cinnamon apple filling evenly over the dough.

Cut and stack:

• Slice the dough into strips and stack them on top of each other to create layers.

Second rise:

• Place the stacked dough into a greased loaf pan, cover it, and let it rise for 30-45 minutes.

Bake to perfection:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

• Bake the pull-apart bread for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

Glaze it up:

• Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to create a smooth glaze.
• Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.

Enjoy:

• Once the glaze has set, slice into the Cinnamon Apple Pull-Apart Bread and savor each delectable bite.

This Cinnamon Apple Pull-Apart Bread is not just a recipe; it’s a culinary journey that marries the comforting essence of cinnamon with the sweet tanginess of apples, all enveloped in a cloud-like bread.

Perfect for sharing with loved ones or savoring alone, this delightful creation is sure to become a household favorite, making every bite a moment of pure bliss. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat the oven, and let the aroma of this heavenly bread fill your kitchen with warmth and happiness.

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