Ingredients

For the Bread:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup granulated sugar (add ¼ cup more for extra sweetness, if desired)
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup canola oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup packed brown sugar
• 2½ teaspoons cinnamon

For the Glaze:

• 2 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1½ cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prepare:
   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease and flour a loaf pan, then set it aside.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients:
   • Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.
   • Add buttermilk, egg, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined.
4. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Mixture:
   • In a separate small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
5. Assemble the Layers:
   • Pour ⅓ of the batter into the loaf pan and smooth it out.
   • Sprinkle ⅓ of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter.
   • Repeat the process two more times, finishing with the cinnamon sugar on top.
6. Create Swirls & Bake:
   • Use a knife to gently swirl the batter a few times. (Don’t overdo it!)
   • Tap the pan on the counter to release air bubbles.
   • Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
7. Cool the Bread:
   • Let the bread cool in the pan until it’s safe to handle.
   • Run a knife along the edges and remove the loaf.
   • (Optional: Brush with melted butter for extra richness.)
8. Make the Glaze:
   • In a bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
9. Glaze & Serve:
   • Drizzle the glaze over the warm bread. Let it set slightly before slicing.
   • Serve warm and enjoy!

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