Dollywood Cinnamon Bread with Icing

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Dollywood Cinnamon Bread with Icing

(A sweet, buttery loaf that tastes like a warm Dollywood treat!)

🌟 Introduction

Dollywood Cinnamon Bread is one of those legendary treats that feels like a warm hug in loaf form. Inspired by the famous cinnamon bread served at Dollywood theme park, this dessert has become a fan-favorite for its soft, buttery bread swirled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a sweet icing. It’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime you need a cozy, comforting sweet bite.

If you love cinnamon rolls but want something easier and quicker, this is your recipe. It’s simple, delicious, and impossible to resist.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Bread

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Filling

  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

For the Icing

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

🥣 Instructions

1. Preheat & Prepare

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a loaf pan and set it aside.

2. Make the Batter

In a medium bowl, whisk together:

  • flour
  • sugar
  • baking powder
  • salt

In another bowl, whisk together:

  • milk
  • melted butter
  • egg
  • vanilla extract

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.
⚠️ Do not overmix!

3. Prepare the Cinnamon Filling

In a small bowl, combine:

  • brown sugar
  • cinnamon

4. Layer the Batter & Filling

  1. Pour half the batter into the loaf pan
  2. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon mixture evenly on top
  3. Add the remaining batter
  4. Sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon sugar
  5. Use a knife to swirl the filling into the batter for a marbled look

5. Bake

Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. Make the Icing

Mix together:

  • powdered sugar
  • milk
  • vanilla

Stir until smooth and pourable. Add more milk if needed.

7. Finish & Serve

Once the bread cools slightly, drizzle icing generously over the top.
Slice and enjoy the warm cinnamon goodness! 😍

⏱️ Timing

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
  • Total Time: About 1 hour
  • Servings: 8–10 slices

🔥 Method Summary

  • Mix dry + wet ingredients
  • Layer batter and cinnamon sugar
  • Swirl for marbling
  • Bake until golden
  • Drizzle icing

📜 History

Dollywood Cinnamon Bread became famous because of its unique presentation and delicious flavor. It’s inspired by the classic Southern cinnamon bread, but Dollywood turned it into a signature park treat that guests travel just to taste. Over time, this sweet loaf became a symbol of comfort, warmth, and sweet memories — the kind you’d expect from a family-friendly theme park in Tennessee.

🧱 Formation

The bread’s texture is soft and buttery because of:

  • baking powder (for fluffiness)
  • melted butter + milk (for moisture)
  • swirled cinnamon sugar (for flavor pockets)

The icing seals the sweet deal and gives it that iconic “Dollywood shine.”

🥰 Conclusion

This Dollywood Cinnamon Bread is the perfect combination of sweet, buttery, and cinnamon-rich. It’s simple enough for beginners, yet impressive enough to serve to guests. Whether you’re craving something warm and sweet or just want a cozy baking project, this bread delivers every time.

❤️ For the Lovers (Fans & Tips)

Cinnamon Bread Lovers

If you love this recipe, you might also enjoy:

  • Cinnamon Rolls
  • Cinnamon Swirl Cake
  • Snickerdoodle Cookies
  • French Toast Bread Pudding

⭐ Extra Tips (for lovers of perfect cinnamon bread)

  • For extra gooey cinnamon swirls, add 1–2 tbsp of melted butter to the cinnamon sugar before layering.
  • For a crunchier top, sprinkle a little extra cinnamon sugar on top before baking.
  • Serve warm with butter or extra icing.

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