Easy Amish White Bread (Cinnamon Version also included below) This easy bread is sure not to fail. This recipe can be used to make cinnamon rolls too!
🍞 Easy Amish White Bread
Soft, Homemade, Foolproof-Style Bread + Cinnamon Roll Variation
There is nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked bread filling the kitchen. This Easy Amish White Bread is soft, fluffy, slightly sweet, and wonderfully simple to make.
You don’t need fancy equipment or complicated techniques. With a few basic pantry ingredients and a little patience while the dough rises, you can have beautiful homemade bread ready for the table.
And the best part? The same dough can also be turned into delicious cinnamon rolls! 🤎
🥖 Easy Amish White Bread
Ingredients
- 2 cups warm water, about 105–110°F (40–43°C)
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 1½ tablespoons active dry yeast
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 5½–6 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
1. Activate the yeast
Pour the warm water into a large mixing bowl.
Add the sugar and yeast and gently stir.
Let the mixture sit for about 5–10 minutes, until the yeast becomes foamy.
Tip: The water should feel warm, not hot. Very hot water can damage the yeast.
2. Add the remaining ingredients
Stir in the salt and vegetable oil.
Begin adding the flour, about 1 cup at a time, mixing after each addition.
Once the dough becomes too thick to stir, turn it onto a lightly floured surface and continue kneading.
3. Knead the dough
Knead for about 6–8 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
The dough should be soft and slightly tacky, but it shouldn’t stick heavily to your hands.
If necessary, add a little more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time. Avoid adding too much flour, because an overly stiff dough can produce dense bread.
4. First rise
Place the dough into a lightly oiled bowl and turn it once so the surface is lightly coated.
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap.
Place it somewhere warm and allow it to rise for about 1 hour, or until approximately doubled in size.
5. Shape the loaves
Punch the dough down gently to release excess air.
Divide the dough into two equal portions.
Shape each portion into a loaf and place into two greased 9 × 5-inch loaf pans.
Cover again and let the loaves rise for approximately 30–45 minutes, until they look noticeably puffy.
6. Bake
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake the loaves for approximately 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
The bread should sound hollow when lightly tapped on top.
Remove from the pans and place on a wire rack to cool.
For an extra-soft crust, lightly brush the warm loaves with butter.
🤎 Cinnamon Version
If you love cinnamon bread, this same dough can be transformed into a delicious cinnamon-filled loaf.
Cinnamon Filling
- ¼ cup softened butter
- ½ cup brown sugar or granulated sugar
- 1½–2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
How to Make Cinnamon Bread
After the first rise, divide the dough into two portions.
Roll one portion into a rectangle approximately 9 × 15 inches.
Spread with softened butter, leaving a small border around the edges.
Mix the sugar and cinnamon together, then sprinkle evenly over the butter.
Starting from the short end, roll the dough tightly into a log.
Pinch the seam closed and place the loaf seam-side down into a greased loaf pan.
Repeat with the second portion.
Cover and allow the loaves to rise for another 30–45 minutes.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 30–35 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Let the bread cool before slicing.
🍎 Optional Add-Ins
Want to make the cinnamon version extra special?
Try adding:
- Chopped pecans or walnuts
- Raisins
- Finely diced apples
- A little vanilla extract in the filling
- A drizzle of simple powdered-sugar glaze after cooling
🍥 Turn the Dough Into Cinnamon Rolls
This dough also makes wonderful homemade cinnamon rolls.
After the first rise, roll the dough into a large rectangle.
Spread with softened butter and sprinkle generously with a mixture of:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12–15 rolls.
Place the rolls into a greased baking dish, leaving a little space between them.
Cover and allow them to rise for 30–45 minutes.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 20–25 minutes, until lightly golden.
🥛 Easy Creamy Glaze
For a simple topping, combine:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Whisk until smooth.
Add another teaspoon of milk if needed to reach your preferred consistency.
Drizzle over the warm cinnamon rolls.
⭐ Tips for Perfect Homemade Bread
Don’t over-flour the dough
This is one of the biggest secrets to soft bread. Add only enough flour to make the dough manageable.
Give the dough enough time to rise
Rising time can vary depending on the temperature of your kitchen. Look at the dough rather than relying only on the clock—it should become roughly twice its original size.
Don’t slice immediately
Fresh bread smells so good that it’s tempting to cut into it right away, but allowing it to cool helps the interior finish setting.
Store properly
Once completely cool, store the bread in an airtight container or bread bag at room temperature for about 3–4 days.
For longer storage, wrap it well and freeze it for up to about 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
🍞 Why This Recipe Is a Keeper
This Amish-style white bread is exactly the kind of recipe that’s worth keeping in your recipe box.
It’s inexpensive, uses everyday ingredients, makes two loaves, and can be used for everything from morning toast to sandwiches.
And when you turn the same dough into cinnamon bread or cinnamon rolls, you suddenly have an entirely different treat.
One easy dough, three delicious possibilities!
Serve a warm slice with butter, homemade jam, honey, or simply enjoy it straight from the oven.
❤️ Have You Ever Made Homemade Amish Bread?
Would you make the classic white loaf, the cinnamon bread, or the cinnamon rolls? 🍞🤎
Tell us your favorite in the comments!
