Copycat Costco Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread Recipe
A tender, moist quick bread that recreates the beloved Costco bakery favorite with its signature cinnamon swirl and sweet buttery topping. Perfect for breakfast, afternoon coffee, or weekend brunch gatherings. This homemade version captures the same soft crumb and warm spice blend that makes the original so irresistible, baked in your own kitchen with simple pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup flour
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup butter, softened
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ egg, beaten
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup sugar
Instructions
- 1
Mix sugar, brown sugar, melted butter and cinnamon for topping in a bowl and set aside
- 2
Beat sugar, egg, vanilla and softened butter with hand mixer until creamy
- 3
Add baking soda and milk, mix well with hand mixer
- 4
Add flour, vanilla and cinnamon, mix with spatula until just combined
- 5
Grease bread pan and pour in batter
- 6
Bake at 350°F for 55 minutes
- 7
Cool for 20 minutes before spreading topping on top
- 8
Slice and serve
Tips
Don't overmix the batter once flour is added to keep the bread tender
Wait for the bread to cool before adding topping so it doesn't melt off
Grease the pan well to prevent sticking since this is a sweet bread
Good to Know
Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days
Can be made 1 day ahead, add topping before serving
Serve at room temperature, slice with serrated knife
Common Mistakes
Don't overbake or bread will be dry
Don't add topping while hot or it will melt
Don't overmix batter to avoid tough texture
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Gluten-Free Swaps
FAQ
Can I make this without the topping?
Yes, the bread is delicious on its own. You can dust with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar instead of the butter topping.
How long does this bread keep?
Store covered at room temperature for 3 days or freeze wrapped for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before serving.
Can I use a different pan size?
This works in a standard 9x5 loaf pan. Smaller pans may need less time, larger ones more time.