Cinnamon-Walnut Swirl Bread with Maple Butter

I know that fall is here when I get the sudden urge to bake something from scratch. There’s nothing better than filling the house with the smell of something warm and homemade—it instantly makes everything feel cozy. This year, my inspiration came from an unexpected source…. a candle! Cordova Candle Co.’s Canadian Maple candle captures the essence of fall, and it sparked the idea for my Cinnamon-Walnut Swirl Bread with Maple Butter. The bread is soft and indulgent, perfectly spiced, and made even more irresistible with a rich, homemade whipped maple butter.

Read on down below to learn how to make this bread and why I love this locally made candle for fall!

A Decadent Fall Treat You Will Want to Bake All Season Long

This Cinnamon-Walnut Swirl Bread is made with an enriched dough, which basically means it has a little extra butter, sugar, and milk to make it soft, rich, and tender. How bad can that be?! Since enriched dough isn’t something I bake every day, it always feels like a bit of a treat, especially in the fall.

If the bread itself wasn’t good enough on it’s own, adding the swirl inside the bread really makes it extra special…and really isn’t that hard to do. The swirl is the perfect combination of cinnamon, brown sugar, and walnuts, and really gives the loaf that cozy, fragrant, fall flavour.

Whipped Maple Butter: The Perfect Fall Spread

No cozy fall loaf is complete without something to slather on top, and this homemade whipped Maple Butter takes it over the top! It’s surprisingly simple to make and so worth the extra step. All you need to do is reduce pure maple syrup by 1/3, then whip it into salted butter with just a touch of cinnamon. The result is a silky, spreadable butter with a hint of maple sweetness that pairs perfectly with the warming spice and nuts in the bread.

Storage Tip: Keep your maple butter in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Before serving, let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes so it becomes spreadable.

Alternate Uses: Use any leftover Maple Butter to enjoy on regular toast, pancakes, French toast, or even roasted butternut squash for a bit of sweet flavour.

How to Get that Perfect Swirl

To get that beautiful swirl of filling throughout the bread, here’s how to roll and shape your loaf:

• Roll dough into an 20 x 45-centimetre (8 x 18-inch) rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
• Brush with a thin layer of maple syrup.
• Sprinkle evenly with the brown sugar, walnut, and cinnamon mixture, leaving a 2 to 3 centimetre (~1 inch) border on the long sides.
• Starting on one of the short edges, roll tightly, pinch ends to seal, and place seam-side down in a greased 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.
• Cover loosely with greased plastic wrap and let rise for 1 hour, until the bread rises 2 to 3 centimetres (~1 inch) above the pan.
• Brush with beaten egg and milk.
• Bake at 350°F/175°C for 45 to 55 minutes, until golden brown.

Why I Love the Canadian Maple Candle

I can’t talk about this recipe without also mentioning the Canadian Maple candle from Cordova Candle Co., which inspired this recipe. I love this candle because it has the subtle sweetness of maple syrup without being overpowering or sickly sweet. There’s also a softer butter note that rounds out the scent and makes it feel especially warm and welcoming for fall. It’s such a nice alternative to the classic spice-heavy fall candles and has quickly become a seasonal favourite in my home. I also adore the classic and timeless amber jar. It reminds me of maple syrup, adds a warm glow when lit, and brings in the perfect accent colour for fall decor.

✨ You can shop the Canadian Maple candle in an 8oz and 4oz size online through Cordova Candle Co.’s website.

Enjoy this Comforting Recipe this Fall

If you have a little afternoon to spare, slow down and treat yourself to this Cinnamon-Walnut Swirl Bread with Maple Butter. It’s fun to make, incredibly rewarding, and the perfect way to celebrate the flavours of fall. For the full cozy experience, light the Canadian Maple Candle and let its light maple scent fully immerse you in all the fall vibes!

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Cinnamon-Walnut Swirl Bread with Maple Butter

Melissa

This Cinnamon-Walnut Swirl Bread with Maple Butter is the ultimate fall baking project. Made with a soft, enriched dough and filled with a sweet swirl of brown sugar, cinnamon, and toasted walnuts, it’s cozy, indulgent, and perfect for sharing. Spread it with homemade maple butter for an extra touch of autumn comfort.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Resting Time 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Total Time 3 hours hrs 55 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Canadian

Servings 8

Calories 611 kcal

Ingredients

  

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For the Enriched Bread:

• 1 cup milk 2%
• 1/4 cup salted butter
• 2 1/2 tablespoons granulated white sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant dry yeast
• 2 large eggs beaten
• 4 cups + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

For the Cinnamon-Walnut Swirl:

• 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
• 1 cup crushed walnuts
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup

For the Egg Wash:

• 1 large egg beaten
• 1 tablespoon milk or water

For the Maple Butter:

• 1 cup pure Canadian maple syrup
• 2/3 cup salted butter at room temperature
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

 

To Make the Bread and Filling:

• Place the milk and butter into a heatproof bowl and microwave on high for 45 seconds to 1 minute, until the milk is warmed and the butter has fully melted. Add the melted butter and milk to the bowl of a stand mixer (fitted with a whisk attachment) along with the sugar, yeast and eggs. Whisk to combine.
• Remove the whisk attachment and add the dough hook. With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the flour to the bowl, followed by the salt. Once combined, increase the speed to medium and let the dough knead for 5 minutes, until smooth and soft. Transfer the dough to a lightly greased large bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm place for 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
• In the meantime, make the cinnamon-walnut filling. Add the brown sugar, walnuts and cinnamon to a bowl and toss to combine. Save the maple syrup for later.

To Roll and Bake the Bread:

• Lightly grease a 23 x13 centimetre (9 x 5 inch) loaf pan and set aside.
• Once the dough has doubled in size, tip out onto a lightly floured work surface and gently roll into a 20 x 45-centimetre (8 x 18-inch) rectangle. Brush the dough with the 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, leaving a 2 to 3 centimetre border around the edges. Sprinkle the maple syrup-covered area evenly with the cinnamon-walnut mixture.
• To roll the dough into a loaf, begin rolling the dough tightly from one of the shorter ends of the dough. The beginning is often the hardest, but once you start rolling, it gets easier to make it tight and uniform. Roll the dough all the way up and place in the greased loaf pan. Lightly grease a sheet of plastic wrap and cover the loaf. Let the loaf rise for 1 hour, or until the bread rises 2 to 3 centimetres (~1 inch) above the pan.
• Preheat the oven to 350°F/175°C.
• Make the egg wash by combining the egg and milk in a small bowl. Once risen, remove the plastic wrap and brush with the egg wash using a pastry brush.
• Bake in the centre of the oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool in the tin for 30 minutes, before turning it out and letting it cool fully. Enjoy as is, or with some whipped maple butter.

To Make the Maple Butter:

• Add the maple syrup to a small pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium. Let the maple syrup reduce by 1/3, making sure to stir the maple syrup occasionally. Once reduced, remove from the heat and let cool completely.
• Add the butter to a bowl and beat using a hand blender. Add the reduced maple syrup to the butter and the cinnamon and beat until soft and fluffy. Transfer to a bowl and serve with the Cinnamon-Walnut Swirl Bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 611kcalCarbohydrates: 100gProtein: 12gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 164mgPotassium: 337mgFiber: 3gSugar: 46gVitamin A: 325IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 146mgIron: 4mg

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