Gluten Free Cinnamon Swirl Bread: Cozy Fall Favorite Recipe
A tender, cozy gluten-free loaf swirled with cinnamon sugar and topped with optional streusel. Perfect for fall mornings or afternoon coffee breaks, this dairy-optional recipe brings nostalgic comfort in every slice.
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- whisk
- spatula
- 9x5-inch loaf pan
- butter knife For swirling cinnamon sugar layer
- wire rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ cup coconut sugar (or light brown sugar)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or other dairy-free milk)
- ¼ cup avocado oil or melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup coconut sugar (for cinnamon swirl)
- 1½ tbsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup gluten-free flour (for optional streusel)
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar (for optional streusel)
- 2 tbsp firm coconut oil or butter (for optional streusel)
Instructions
- Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper to help lift the bread out easily after baking.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, sea salt, and coconut sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, almond milk, oil or butter, and vanilla extract. Add to the dry mixture and stir until smooth. Do not overmix.
- Mix cinnamon and coconut sugar for the swirl. Pour half the batter into the loaf pan, sprinkle half the swirl mixture, pour remaining batter, and top with the rest. Swirl using a butter knife in a figure-eight motion.
- For streusel topping (optional), combine flour, coconut sugar, and firm coconut oil until crumbly. Sprinkle over the loaf.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Don’t skip the cinnamon sugar swirl, it adds depth and moisture. Use room temperature eggs and milk for best results. To prevent the top from browning too quickly, tent the loaf with foil halfway through baking. Cool completely before slicing to avoid crumbling. Freezes beautifully when sliced and individually wrapped.
Nutrition
Calories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 115mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 70IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.3mg
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