Nikki'S Cinnamon Walnut Bread Recipe

Name: Nikki'S Cinnamon Walnut Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Bread:; 3 cups bread flour (such as King Arthur(R)); 3/4 cup milk, room temperature; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature and cut into chunks; 1/4 cup white sugar; 1 egg, room temperature; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast; 3/4 teaspoon salt; Filling:; 2 cups chopped walnuts; 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar; 3 tablespoons white sugar; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 4 teaspoons milk; 1 tablespoon butter, softened; Topping:; 1 tablespoon water; 1 egg, beaten; 2 tablespoons white sugar; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Servings: persons

Bread:
3 cups bread flour (such as King Arthur(R))
3/4 cup milk, room temperature
1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature and cut into chunks
1/4 cup white sugar
1 egg, room temperature
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
3/4 teaspoon salt
Filling:
2 cups chopped walnuts
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
4 teaspoons milk
1 tablespoon butter, softened
Topping:
1 tablespoon water
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1
Place bread flour, 3/4 cup milk, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1 egg, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, yeast, and salt into the pan of your bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. Select the Dough cycle and press Start. When the cycle is complete, remove the dough, punch down, cover, and let rest for 10 minutes.
2
Preheat an oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Spread the walnuts onto a baking sheet, and toast until the nuts start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, about 45 minutes. Watch the nuts carefully as they bake, they burn quickly. Once toasted, set the nuts aside to cool to room temperature.
3
Stir walnuts, brown sugar, 3 tablespoons white sugar, and 1 tablespoon cinnamon together in a bowl. Add 4 teaspoons milk and 1 tablespoon butter; mix well.
4
Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll into a 15x12-inch rectangle. Cut into three 15x4-inch strips. Spread 1/3 the walnut mixture down the center of each strip. Moisten and roll the long edges of each strip together over the filling, and pinch to seal each rope.
5
Line up the 3 ropes 1 inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet. To ensure an even braid, start braiding in the middle. Bring the left rope under the center rope, pass the right rope under the new center rope, and repeat braiding to the end. Starting in the middle again, pass the outside ropes over the center rope, repeating to the end. Press rope ends together and tuck in on each side. Cover loaf with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 45 minutes.
6
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
7
Beat water and egg together in a small bowl. Stir 2 tablespoons white sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon together in a separate bowl. Brush loaf with egg mixture and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
8
Bake in preheated oven until the top is golden brown and the bottom of loaf sounds hollow when tapped, 20 to 25 minutes.

1152

kcal

Calories

Fat

134

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Bread:, 3 cups bread flour (such as King Arthur(R)), 3/4 cup milk, room temperature, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature and cut into chunks, and more.

Yes, Nikki'S Cinnamon Walnut Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Nikki'S Cinnamon Walnut Bread

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Variations & substitutions

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