Dollywood Cinnamon Bread (Print-Friendly Version)

Warm cinnamon bread with buttery layers, sweet glaze, and pull-apart texture just like Dollywood’s classic. Perfect for autumn gatherings or cozy breakfasts, this comforting treat is one to keep handy.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Bread Dough

01 - 1 loaf frozen bread dough (16 ounces), thawed

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

02 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

→ Glaze

05 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
06 - 1 to 2 tablespoons milk
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan using butter or a light coating of cooking spray.
02 - On a flat surface, roll out the thawed bread dough into a rectangle approximately 6 x 12 inches.
03 - With a sharp knife, cut slits across the top of the dough, ensuring not to slice fully through. Brush the dough generously with melted butter.
04 - In a bowl, combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle the mixture liberally over the dough, pressing it into the slits and coating the surface completely.
05 - Transfer the prepared dough into the greased loaf pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.
06 - In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, and vanilla extract until smooth, adding extra milk if needed for desired drizzling consistency.
07 - Remove bread from the oven and let cool slightly. Drizzle the glaze evenly over the warm bread before serving.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For the best texture, ensure the dough is fully thawed before rolling and shaping.