Description
Cinn-a-Dew Pop Bread is a unique and flavorful quick bread infused with the refreshing twist of melon-flavored soda and warm cinnamon spices. This American-style dessert and snack bread is easy to make, featuring a tender crumb baked in a loaf pan and finished with a light cinnamon glaze. Perfect for pairing with your morning coffee or afternoon tea, this soda bread recipe adds a sweet and aromatic delight to your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup melon-flavored soda (like Cantaloupe or Honeydew soda)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the melon-flavored soda, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture. Stir gently just until all ingredients are combined, making sure not to overmix to maintain a tender crumb.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top evenly with a spatula.
- Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
- Cool the Bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes to set, then remove it from the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Glaze: While the bread cools, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and cinnamon until smooth and pourable.
- Glaze the Bread: Drizzle the prepared glaze generously over the cooled bread, letting it set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra texture and flavor, fold in 1/4 cup chopped nuts or white chocolate chips into the batter before baking.
- This soda-infused quick bread has a light melon twist that makes it a refreshing dessert or snack option.
- Pairs beautifully with coffee or tea for an elevated snack experience.