Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

The Yummiest Cinnamon and Citrus Bread

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 45m
Cook Time: 25m
Total Time: 3h 10m
Temp.: 415 °F
Servings: 10
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (10 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

366
calories
11,9g
fat
57,5g
carbohydrates
7,7g
protein
56,8mg
cholesterol
224mg
sodium
Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

Recipe Description

People who have never eaten this Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread may mistake the cinnamon for chocolate but let me tell you, there are few things yummier than cinnamon with a hint of citrus bread. Once made you can be sure there will definitely be no leftovers for tomorrow. Hailing from Sweden in Eastern Europe, mainly eaten for breakfast because no one could possibly wait until tea time! 

To make Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread, you will need the following ingredients:So, how to make Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread?

Ingredients for Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Combine butter and milk

    5 min
    Step 1 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    In a small saucepan over medium heat, stir the butter and milk until the butter has melted and the mixture is warm. Set aside to cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Combine dry ingredients

    2 min
    Step 2 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    In a large mixing bowl, place the flour in the center with salt and yeast on opposite sides. Use your fingers to stir until combined.

  3. 3

    Add cardamom and sugar

    1 min
    Step 3 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Add cardamom and sugar and mix until combined.

  4. 4

    Add wet ingredients

    5 min
    Step 4 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon BreadStep 4 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Add the egg and half of the milk and butter mixture to the bowl of dry ingredients. Beat on low speed until dough begins to come together. Gradually pour more of the milk and butter mixture into the bowl and continue beating until a sticky dough is formed.

  5. 5

    Knead dough

    5 min
    Step 5 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Use your hands or the knead attachment of an electric beater and knead the dough until smooth.

  6. 6

    Windowpane test

    Step 6 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Break off a piece of dough and use your hands to shape a windowpane - If the dough stretches without breaking, it’s been kneaded enough, if its breaks, knead for a minute longer and test again.

  7. 7

    Allow to rise

    1h 30m
    Step 7 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon BreadStep 7 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Roll dough into a ball shape and place in a bowl greased with butter. Cover with plastic wrap and place in a warm area for about 1½ hours to rise and double in volume.

  8. 8

    Prepare dry ingredients for filling

    2 min
    Step 8 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    In a medium bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom. Set aside.

  9. 9

    Prepare wet ingredients for filling

    2 min
    Step 9 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    In a separate bowl, beat butter and vanilla extract until combined and creamy. Set aside.

  10. 10

    Prepare baking sheet

    1 min
    Step 10 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Line a 11x17-inch rimmed cookie sheet with baking parchment paper.

  11. 11

    Shape kanellangd

    3 min
    Step 11 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon BreadStep 11 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Roll risen dough out onto a lightly floured surface and punch through to release air. Roll into a large 12x15-inches rectangle shape. Larger rectangle, larger loaf and more swirls.

  12. 12

    Add filling

    3 min
    Step 12 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon BreadStep 12 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Evenly spread the creamy butter mixture over the entire dough then sieve sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar mix over the top.

  13. 13

    Roll up

    2 min
    Step 13 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Starting with the longest end, roll the dough very tightly upwards, pulling the dough towards you to stretch and create a taut roll. Pinch seams and ends to seal, then place on the prepared baking sheet.

  14. 14

    Cut cookies

    3 min
    Step 14 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon BreadStep 14 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Using sharp kitchen scissors, snip the dough every 3/4-inch, almost cutting all the way through. Pull out slices from every alternating slice and flatten slightly onto the baking sheet.

  15. 15

    Prove

    30 min
    Step 15 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Cover with plastic wrap and leave to prove for about 30-45 minutes until the dough springs back when lightly pressed with a fingertip.

  16. 16

    Preheat oven

    5 min

    Preheat oven to 415°F.

  17. 17

    Brush with egg wash

    2 min
    Step 17 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Brush kanellangd with beaten egg wash.

  18. 18

    Bake

    30 min
    Step 18 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon BreadStep 18 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Stack the baking sheet on top of another cookie sheet to insulate the bottom of the bread and bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Watch the bread closely, cover with aluminum foil if you feel it’s getting too dark. Let it cool completely on a wire rack.

  19. 19

    Combine sugar and orange juice

    2 min
    Step 19 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    For the decorating, in a medium bowl, stir powdered sugar and orange juice together to make a pourable icing sugar. Pour into the corner of a sandwich bag and snip off the top like a piping bag.

  20. 20

    Decorate bread

    2 min
    Step 20 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon BreadStep 20 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Once bread is baked, spread sieved marmalade all over the bread and drizzle orange juice icing op top. Sprinkle orange zest over the entire loaf.

  21. 21

    Serve

    Step 21 - Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread

    Serve in large slices!

Try this awesome, cinnamon and citrus Kanellangd: Swedish Cinnamon Bread in your own home. A bread that has all the flavor and all of the fun. Let us know what you think of this recipe as it’s quite long, however, we’ve done our best to make it as simple as possible. Do you agree? Let us know when you tag #cookmerecipes online!

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Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (10 reviews)
Kevin Dupont
March 28, 2025
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Delicious!

Ursula Thompson
May 21, 2024
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Absolutely love this!

Brad
October 1, 2023
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This Kanellangd is simply amazing. The blend of cinnamon and citrus frightened my taste buds in a good way. I made it for friends and we finished it all right away.

Molly
July 8, 2023
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Delicious cinnamon bread!

Mike
June 16, 2022
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This was the first time I made Kanellangd. So easy and tasty. I loved the cinnamon and citrus combo. Finished it all too quick. Will make it again for sure.

Hannah Thorpe
January 13, 2021
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This Kanellangd is totally lush! Made it for brekkie, and we devoured the lot instantly.

James
September 16, 2020
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I recently made the Kanellangd for a family brunch. The aroma filled the house and brought back memories of my grandmother's baking. Absolutely loved the cinnamon and citrus combination. Will make again!

Andy
April 21, 2020
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Man, this Kanellangd is a game changer! I whipped it up last Sunday mornin', and it was gone before I could even grab a slice. The combo of cinnamon and citrus hits just right. My wife and I are totally makin' this our new brunch fave for sure. Perfect for impressin' guests too!

Pilar
December 15, 2019
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Me encanta la receta de Kanellangd. La combinacion de canela con un toque de citrico es perfecta. Hice este pan para un desayuno familiar y todos dijeron que era genial. Mis hijos pensaron que era chocolate al principio, ¡fue divertido! Definitivamente, no sobró nada después de la mañana.

Athina
December 10, 2019
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Amazing! Thanks for sharing recipe!

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