Cinnamon Raisin Bread: A Bread Machine Recipe

Are you craving a warm, cozy treat perfect for fall mornings? Look no further than this delicious cinnamon raisin yeast bread. Baked in a bread machine, this recipe is incredibly easy to make and offers a classically delightful blend of flavors that's sure to satisfy. 

Easy Homemade Cinnamon Raisin Bread

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Whether you're serving it as a comforting breakfast on a chilly morning or enjoying it as a sweet afternoon snack, this cinnamon raisin yeast bread is a versatile and delicious addition to your fall recipe rotation. Its soft, fluffy texture and warm, inviting aroma make it a favorite among both young and old. 

So, why wait? Let's get baking and enjoy the comforting taste of fall with this easy-to-make bread machine recipe.

Why I Recommend Adding a Bread Machine to Your Kitchen

Does a bread machine sound like an old-fashioned kitchen appliance? If you're a fan of fresh, homemade bread, but don't have the time or patience for traditional kneading and rising, a bread machine will be a welcome addition to your kitchen. Here's why:

Convenience: Bread machines take care of the entire bread-making process from start to finish, allowing you to set it and forget it. 

Versatility: Most bread machines can handle a variety of doughs, from classic white bread to whole wheat and even sweet breads like cinnamon raisin. 

Freshness: Enjoy the taste of warm, freshly baked bread whenever you crave it. 

Customization: Experiment with different ingredients and add-ins to create your own unique bread flavors. 

Cost-effective: While the initial investment for a bread machine may seem high, it can quickly pay off in the long run, especially if you frequently buy store-bought bread. 

If you're looking to add ease and versatility to your bread-making game, a bread machine is a must-have kitchen appliance. 

How to Make Cinnamon Raising Bread in Your Bread Machine

You Will Need

• 1 cup lukewarm water
• 2 Tablespoons soft, unsalted butter
• 3 cups bread flour, 360 gams
• 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp.cinnamon
• 2 tsp. bread machine yeast
• 1/2-3/4 cup raisins

The Steps

Place the ingredients in the bread machine in the order indicated, reserving the raisins until indicated by your machine or between kneading sessions.  Consult your bread machine's directions because the directions may vary.

Select the cycle (sweet bread), crust color (medium), and loaf size (1 1/2 lb.)

Press start.

Check your dough's consistency about 10 minutes into the cycle. Add flour, a tablespoon at a time if it is too loose. Add water a tablespoon at a time if it is too dry.

It's best to let your bread cool completely before slicing.  I know, waiting can be hard to do!  This bread guide and bread knife may make your bread slicing easier.

This Cinnamon Quick Bread also makes a tasty morning treat!

Try this bread machine Anandama Bread.  It's a classic New England bread recipe.

Bread-Making Kitchen Essentials

A dependable bread machine.

A good loaf pan. Metal is preferred.

A good bread knife.

Bread Machine Cinnamon Raisin Bread Recipe

breakfast yeast bread, cinnamon bread, raisin bread

breakfast, snack

American

Yield: 12

Author: Donna Urso

Cinnamon Raisin Bread

Sweet cinnamon raisin bread is made easily in your bread machine.

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 3 HourTotal time: 3 H & 5 M

Ingredients

• 1 cup lukewarm water
• 2 Tablespoons soft, unsalted butter
• 1 1/2 tsp. salt
• 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tsp.cinnamon
• 3 cups bread flour, (360 grams of bread flour)
• 2 tsp. bread machine yeast
• 1/2- 3/4 cup raisins

Instructions

To Bake in Bread Machine

1. Place the ingredients in the bread machine in the order indicated, reserving the raisins until indicated by your machine or between kneading sessions.
2. Select the cycle (sweet bread), crust color (medium), and loaf size (1 1/2 lb.)
3. Press start.
4. Check your dough's consistency about 10 minutes into the cycle. Add flour, a tablespoon at a time if it is too loose. Add water a tablespoon at a time if it is too dry. Add the raisins now or when prompted by your machine.
5. After the first rise, carefully remove the paddle from the machine and return the bread to the bread machine for the cycle to complete.
6. Remove the baked bread from the machine to cool on a wire rack.
7. Wrap in plastic wrap for storage.

To Bake Using the Dough Cycle and Your Oven

1. Place the ingredients in the bread machine in the order indicated, reserving the raisins until indicated by your machine or between kneading sessions.
2. Select the dough cycle.
3. Press start.
4. Check your dough's consistency about 5 minutes into the cycle. If it is too loose, add flour a tablespoon at a time. If it is too dry, add water a tablespoon at a time. Add the cranberries and pistachios.
5. At the end of the dough cycle, grease a metal loaf pan. Remove the dough from the pan, form it into a loaf, and place it in the greased pan.
6. Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap that you have sprayed lightly with oil.
7. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Let the bread rise to about an inch above the top of the pan.
8. Bake the bread for about 30 minutes until the crust is browned and the internal temperature is 190 degrees F.
9. Brush the top crust with melted butter and remove the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Wrap in plastic wrap for storage once completely cooled.

Notes

Check your bread machine manual to understand the timing for your specific machine.

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8" Bread Knife

Nutrition Facts

Calories

158

Fat (grams)

3 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

1 g

Carbs (grams)

30 g

Fiber (grams)

1 g

Net carbs

28 g

Sugar (grams)

2 g

Protein (grams)

4 g

Sodium (milligrams)

295 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

5 mg

Nutritional information is approximate.

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