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If you have ever been to Dollywood (Dolly Parton’s family amusement park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee), you may have experienced the joy of its many rides and attractions. And, as for places to eat, theDollywood Grist Millis an iconic option in the park, known for their “world-famous” cinnamon bread.
If you have been looking to re-create the magic at home but are struggling to pinpoint the perfect copycat recipe, you’re in luck. The official recipe forDollywood’s Famous Cinnamon Breadis on Dolly’s Pinterest profile. Here’s how to make it.
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Dollywood’s Famous Cinnamon Bread
Ingredients
Dough:
Topping:
Glaze:
Directions
Step 1
Combine warm water, yeast and a pinch of white sugar in a small bowl and whisk. Allow the mixture to sit until foamy, about 5 to 8 minutes.
Step 2
Meanwhile, in a stand mixer, whisk bread flour, remaining 1 tablespoon white sugar, salt and melted butter. Once the yeast mixture is foamy, add it to your stand mixer. Using the dough hook, knead on medium speed until the dough is smooth and stretchy, about 8 minutes.
Step 3
Transfer the dough ball to a bowl lightly greased with cooking spray. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place (about 75 to 80 degrees F) until doubled in size, about 90 minutes. Punch it down, then transfer dough to a work surface and knead a few times. Cut it in half and gently shape into two 3x6-inch loaves—be careful not to overwork the dough.
Step 4
Place the loaves on a parchment-lined baking sheet and cover with plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm environment until puffy, about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Step 5
Step 6
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line two 9x5-inch loaf pans with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on both sides. Cut four deep slashes across the top of each loaf (the loaves will deflate).
Step 7
Dip each loaf in the butter-corn syrup mixture, coating it completely, then coat with the cinnamon-sugar mixture, making sure the mixtures get in all the crevices.
Step 8
Place loaves in prepared loaf pans and drizzle with any remaining butter and cinnamon sugar. Bake until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Lift the bread out of the loaf pans and let cool, about 15 minutes.
Step 9
Step 10
Drizzle the glaze on the warm loaves or serve on the side for dipping.
For more delicious desserts, check out Parton’s"Baking with Dolly" Pinterest board, where she shares some of her favorite “scrumptious recipes” for you to try next.
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