Snickerdoodle Bread with Cinnamon Chips

Published by Melissa on April 7, 2019 | Updated August 5, 2025 | 215 Comments

Snickerdoodle bread is the perfect dessert that melts in your mouth — soft, buttery, and bursting with warm cinnamon-sugar goodness in every bite. This unique twist on a classic dessert combines the moist texture of homemade bread with a sweet, spiced flavor, all topped with a golden cinnamon-sugar crust!

A stack of golden brown Snickerdoodle Bread slices sits on a white surface, surrounded by more bread and cinnamon sticks. The textured sugar crust adds a flavorful twist to this delightful treat. Crumbs are scattered around, hinting at the irresistible taste of cinnamon sugar bliss.

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You know how much I love snickerdoodle cookies, right? Well, I just discovered something even better — snickerdoodle bread! It’s like someone took all that nice cinnamon-sugar goodness and packed it into the most amazing loaf.

Every slice has these pockets of melty cinnamon chips that are delicious with each bite. Trust me, you won’t be able to stop at one slice. Plus it just smells amazing while it’s baking, maybe like a heavenly bakery with the warm cinnamon and vanilla.

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Why You’ll Love This Snickerdoodle Bread Recipe
Recipe Ingredients
Where Can I Buy Cinnamon Chips
How to Make Snickerdoodle Bread
Recipe FAQs
Expert Tips
Storage Tips
More Snickerdoodle Recipes you’ll love
More Quick Bread Recipes to Consider
Snickerdoodle Bread

Two cinnamon sugar loaves that resemble snickerdoodle bread sit on a white plate next to a jar of milk, accompanied by a cutting board with another loaf and a striped cloth. Cinnamon sticks are placed nearby on the white marble surface.

Why You’ll Love This Snickerdoodle Bread Recipe

Easy to Make: With simple ingredients you probably have in your pantry and basic instructions, this recipe is a breeze to follow. It’s a pretty foolproof quick bread so don’t be afraid to whip up a loaf.
Incredible Aroma: As this bread bakes, it fills your home with the nice aroma of warm cinnamon and sugar. It’s the kind of smell that makes everyone ask, “What’s in the oven?” and creates an inviting, comforting atmosphere.
Perfect Gift: Nothing says “I care” like a homemade loaf, and this one stays moist for days, and is special enough to make any recipient feel truly appreciated.
Crowd Favorite: Whether served at brunch, coffee dates, or holiday gatherings, watch faces light up when they taste this special twist on everyone’s favorite cookie in bread form.

🍰 Oh, you know what was a total hit last weekend? Snickerdoodle coffee cake! If you’re ever looking to wow everyone, that’s the one to go for.

Recipe Ingredients

Flour
Baking powder
Salt
Cinnamon
Butter
Sugar
Eggs
Vanilla
Sour cream
Cinnamon chips – I love Hershey’s cinnamon chips.

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.

Top-down view of Snickerdoodle Bread ingredients labeled on a countertop: cinnamon, sour cream, vanilla, baking powder & salt, butter, eggs, white granulated sugar, flour, and cinnamon chips.

Where Can I Buy Cinnamon Chips

Cinnamon chips can sometimes be hard to find in stores, especially in the summer. Grocery stores and Walmart often only carry them in the winter. You can also get them on Amazon.

I suggest stocking up while they are in the local markets during the holidays so you have them on hand all year!

How to Make Snickerdoodle Bread

Top view of Snickerdoodle Bread ingredients on a white surface: a bowl of flour, a bowl of sugar, six eggs, a bowl of chocolate chips, a stick of butter, sour cream, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

A glass bowl on a marble countertop holds the beginnings of snickerdoodle bread: creamed butter and sugar with an egg on top, ready to be mixed for baking.

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 cups flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and 2 cups sugar, until fluffy, about two minutes. Add eggs one at a time mixing well after each addition.

A mixing bowl with creamy batter for Snickerdoodle Bread, topped with a dollop of cream and a splash of vanilla extract, sits on a white marble countertop.

A clear glass bowl filled with cookie dough and chocolate chips, resembling the beginnings of snickerdoodle bread, rests on a marble countertop. The dough is partially mixed, with hints of flour still visible on top.

Step 3: Add vanilla and sour cream and mix to combine.

Step 4: Add flour mixture and mix just until combined. Do not over mix! Coat the cinnamon chips with 2 tablespoons flour and stir into batter.

A black loaf pan filled with raw Snickerdoodle bread dough studded with chocolate chips rests on a marble countertop. A small bowl of cinnamon sugar is partially visible in the top left corner, ready for sprinkling.

Six small rectangular snickerdoodle bread loaf cakes, golden brown with sugar on top, rest in a black baking tray. The tray is placed on a textured white surface.

Step 5: Spoon batter into greased pans, no more than ⅔ full. Combine 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon and sprinkle over the top of the batter in the pans.

Step 6: Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until a toothpick inserted into a crack in the center of the loaf comes out clean. Remove from oven and let cool 10 minutes before removing from pan. Let cool completely before serving.

Recipe FAQs

What if I can’t find cinnamon chips?

You can substitute butterscotch chips or white chocolate chips mixed with an extra teaspoon of cinnamon. Some bakers even use a mixture of both for a delicious twist.

Why did my bread crack on top?

Don’t worry – that crack is actually desirable! It’s completely normal for quick breads to split on top as they rise. This creates the perfect crevice for that signature cinnamon-sugar topping to settle into.

Can I make this bread gluten-free?

Yes! Use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend as a 1:1 substitute for regular flour. Be sure to check that other ingredients, like cinnamon chips, are also gluten-free

Three rectangular loaves of snickerdoodle cinnamon bread rest on a dark wooden cutting board. They are surrounded by a white cloth, a glass of milk, and fragrant cinnamon sticks, all placed elegantly on a white marble surface.

Expert Tips

Use Room-Temperature Ingredients: Let your butter and eggs come to room temperature before mixing.
Perfect Your Swirl: When adding the cinnamon chip mixture, gently swirl it through the batter with a knife just once or twice.
Coat Cinnamon Chips in Flour: Toss cinnamon chips in a little flour before adding them to the batter. This prevents them from sinking to the bottom of the bread while it bakes.
Pan Preparation: Line your loaf pan with parchment paper with overhanging edges instead of just greasing it. This ensures easy removal and prevents the sweet topping from sticking to the pan.
Test for Doneness Early: Start checking the bread a few minutes before the recommended baking time. Insert a toothpick in the center—if it comes out with just a few crumbs, it’s ready.

Two loaves of snickerdoodle bread rest on a plate, paired with a glass of milk. Two cinnamon sticks and a cloth napkin are elegantly arranged on the white marble surface. In the background, a cutting board holds extra slices of this delightful treat.

Storage Tips

This snickerdoodle bread stays fresh at room temperature for up to 4 days when stored in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap. For maximum freshness, place a paper towel in the bottom of your container to absorb any excess moisture.

If you want to keep it longer, slice the cooled bread, wrap individual portions in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer bag – it’ll stay delicious for up to 3 months in the freezer. Just thaw slices overnight in the fridge or pop them in the toaster for a quick warm-up that brings back that fresh-baked taste.

More Snickerdoodle Recipes you’ll love

Snickerdoodle Coffee Cake – a crumbly cinnamon sugar top and a sweet, moist, buttery cake loaded with luscious cinnamon chips.
Cinnamon Chip Snickerdoodles (aka Cinnadoodles) – take Snickerdoodles to a whole new level with the addition of cinnamon chips
Snickerdoodle Snack Cake – a lightened up version of my snickerdoodle bread made in a 9×13 pan.
Snickderdoodle Skillet Cookie (aka skookie) – a big snickerdoodle cookie studded with cinnamon chips baked in a cast iron skillet

Slices of snickerdoodle bread loaf cake are arranged on a marble surface. The cake has a golden-brown crust with visible cinnamon chips, creating a cozy and inviting appearance. A few cinnamon sticks are placed in the background.

More Quick Bread Recipes to Consider

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