Ingredients:

• Bread:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (add an extra ¼ cup for sweeter bread if desired)
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2½ teaspoons cinnamon
• Glaze:
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease and flour a loaf pan and set aside.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients:
   • Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients.
   • Add buttermilk, egg, oil, and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined.
4. Form Layers:
   • In a separate small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon.
   • Pour a third of the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing it out.
   • Sprinkle a third of the brown sugar-cinnamon mix over the batter.
   • Repeat layering twice more, finishing with the cinnamon mix.
5. Swirl and Settle:
   • Run a knife gently through the batter to create swirls (do not overmix).
   • Tap the pan on the counter to release air bubbles.
6. Bake:
   • Place in the center of the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
7. Cool and Glaze:
   • Let the bread cool in the pan on a wire rack until it’s safe to handle.
   • Mix the glaze ingredients until smooth and drizzle over the warm bread.
8. Serve:
   • Allow the glaze to set slightly.
   • Slice and serve warm.

Tip:

• For an added touch, brush the loaf with melted unsalted butter before glazing if desired. Place a sheet of parchment paper under the rack for easier cleanup.

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