Cinnamon Star Bread

 Cinnamon Star Bread

Cinnamon Star Bread is a type of sweet bread that is typically made by rolling out a dough and spreading a cinnamon sugar mixture on top, then cutting the dough into strips and braiding them together to form a star shape. The bread is then usually glazed with a mixture of powdered sugar and milk or cream before baking. It can be served as a breakfast or dessert item and is often enjoyed during

 the holiday season.

Preparation method Cinnamon Star Bread

Here is a basic recipe for making Cinnamon Star Bread:

Ingredients:

1 cup milk

2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 tsp salt

2 eggs

4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature

1/2 cup brown sugar

2 tsp ground cinnamon

Powdered sugar, for dusting

Milk or cream, for glaze

Instructions:

In a small saucepan, warm the milk over low heat until it reaches 110-115°F. Remove from heat and sprinkle the yeast over the top. Let sit for 5 minutes, or until the yeast is frothy.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, salt, eggs, and 2 cups of the flour. Add the yeast mixture and mix until well combined.

Slowly add in the remaining flour, 1 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

In a small bowl, mix together the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon to form a paste.

Roll out the dough into a large rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Spread the butter mixture evenly over the dough.

Cut the dough into 16 equal strips. Take 2 strips and twist them together, then pinch the ends together to form a star shape. Repeat with the remaining strips.

Place the bread on a baking sheet and let it rise for another 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Brush the top of the bread with milk or cream, then dust with powdered sugar.

Bake the bread for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread is cooked through.

Remove from the oven and let it cool before serving.

Note: You can also add raisins or nuts for extra flavor.