Dollywood Cinnamon Bread
This copycat Dollywood Cinnamon Bread recipe recreates the famous theme park treat right at home! Frozen bread dough makes this recipe incredibly easy, while butter, cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar create a sweet, gooey coating that works its way into every slice. Finish the warm cinnamon bread with a simple powdered sugar glaze for an irresistible breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Servings 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 loaf 1 lb frozen bread dough, thawed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
Optional Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp milk more as needed
Instructions
- Thaw bread dough according to package directions (typically 4–6 hours at room temperature until doubled in size).
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar, half the brown sugar, cinnamon and melted butter. Set aside.
- Use a sharp knife to cut 5-6 deep slits into the top of the dough crosswise, without cutting all the way through the bottom.
- Brush the entire loaf generously with the melted butter sugar, making sure to get between the slits. Allow dough to rest for 25 minutes.
- Sprinkle the remaining brown sugar all over and between the slits.
- Bake for 30 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Whisk powdered sugar and milk together to create the glaze.
- Let cool slightly before drizzling with glaze, if using. Enjoy!