Today was my school’s freshman Spirituality Day, so the first half of my day was spent praying, learning, and thinking about God. The second half of my day was spent finishing homework, running, visiting my elementary school, and baking!
It was a very good day! 
My Mom was out for an hour or so running errands today, so naturally I took that time to do two of my favorite things: running and baking.
Today’s run was nothing special (only a 1 mile sprint) but the baking was delicious. 
Double Cinnamon Swirl Bread
Adapted from Cook’s Recipes
“Having grown up with cinnamon raisin bread I have a “thing” for anything of the cinnamon variety. This cinnamon bread isn’t just healthier, but it’s also tastier!”
Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2/3 – 1 cup sugar (depending on taste, I used 2/3 cup and it had a mild sweetness)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup low-fat buttermilk (or 1 cup milk+ 1 tablespoon vinegar)
- 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Topping:
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan. Set aside.
- For Bread: Measure all ingredients in order given in a large mixing bowl, stir until combined. Pour into prepared pan and smooth the surface.
- For Topping: Combine all ingredients until crumbly. Sprinkle onto bread batter and using a knife, cut in with a light swirling motion to give a marbled effect.
- Bake for about 50 minutes. Let cool.
Yield: 1 loaf (12 slices)
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I loved this bread. So did Phil, and my Dad. My Mom thought it needed a little more sugar and Fluffy…well…let’s just say she managed to get a little nibble too.
Bad dog!
I already had two slices for an afternoon snack and I’m planning on having some more for breakfast tomorrow. I can’t wait until breakfast. 
Mmmmmm…I love cinnamon. ♥
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In other news, today I went back to my elementary school to watch Mikey‘s 4th grade show. It was so cute! He had a speaking part and didn’t have a bit of stage fright. He takes after his cousin.
After the show they also had refreshments. I managed to nab some homemade Funfetti cookies before the 4th graders could get to them. They were so good! I smell a remake!
Questions of the Day:
- Do you like cinnamon? Loooove it!
- Do you know any cookie Funfetti cookie recipes?
- What is your favorite elementary school memory? (or favorite school memory of all time!)
Hope you had a great Wednesday Dr. Seuss and Banana Cream Pie Day!
PS – Tomorrow Katie and I are planning on going on a run together. We’re planning on 3 miles. (My longest run in months!) Wish me luck!
