ORANGE CINNAMON BREAD

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Instead of wrapping up presents to give at Christmas, I customarily knead them. This citrusy cinnamon bread is a hit with anyone who has a sweet tooth. You can also make a loaf that's terrific for toasting by eliminating the glaze.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1 cup whole milk
3/4 cup orange juice
1 cup sugar, divided
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 large egg
6-1/2 to 7 cups all-purpose flour
Additional water
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a saucepan, heat milk and orange juice to 110°, add to yeast mixture. Stir in 1/2 cup sugar, orange zest, salt, egg and 3 cups flour; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down; divide in half. Roll each portion into a 15x7-in. rectangle. Brush with water. Combine cinnamon and remaining sugar; sprinkle over dough to within 1 in. of edge. , Tightly roll up, jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; seal ends. Place seam side down into two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to cool on a wire rack. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

michelle longmire
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This bread is delicious! The orange and cinnamon flavors are perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.


Maheen Fantasy
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I've made this bread several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect bread for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.


Crsed _King
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This bread is a hit at my house! My kids love the sweet orange flavor and the cinnamon spice. I love that it's a healthier alternative to other sweet breads.


Hussein Rajabu
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I love this bread! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it several times for my family and friends, and they all love it.


Cooper Jenke
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This is the best orange cinnamon bread I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the orange glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Uptymyst
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This bread is so moist and flavorful. I love the crispy outer crust and the soft, tender crumb. It's the perfect bread for breakfast or brunch.


Sardar Amjad
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I love the combination of orange and cinnamon in this bread. It's a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


Milly Rinah
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This bread is a great way to use up leftover oranges. I had a few oranges that were about to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. The bread turned out great! It's moist and flavorful, and the orange glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Lamont Bannerman
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I followed the recipe exactly and the bread turned out perfectly. It's so moist and flavorful. I can't wait to try it with different variations, like adding nuts or dried fruit.


Shamrez Seera
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This bread is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! The orange and cinnamon flavors are a perfect combination. I love that it's not too sweet.


Risirasa Sweets
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I made this bread for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the moist texture. I'll definitely be making it again.


Athumani Tereni
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This is the best orange cinnamon bread recipe I've ever tried! The bread is so moist and flavorful, and the orange glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Jane Epenrosa
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I've made this bread twice now and it's become a family favorite. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. The orange and cinnamon flavors are perfectly balanced. I love serving it for breakfast or brunch with a cup of coffee.


Jean Masangano
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This orange cinnamon bread is a delightful treat! The zesty orange flavor pairs perfectly with the warm cinnamon spice. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out beautifully. The bread was moist and fluffy, with a crispy outer crust. My family