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Gyeongju Cinnamon Bread Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup raisins

Special Equipment Needed:
- 9x5 inch loaf pan
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric mixer

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In a separate bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in the walnuts and raisins.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: 8-10 slices

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 320
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Protein: 5g

Substitutions for Ingredients
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with melted butter or coconut oil.
- Milk can be substituted with almond milk or soy milk.
- Walnuts can be substituted with pecans or almonds.
- Raisins can be substituted with dried cranberries or chopped dates.

Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup of shredded coconut or chopped apples to the batter.
- Substitute the cinnamon with nutmeg or allspice.
- Drizzle the top of the bread with a glaze made of powdered sugar and milk.

Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure not to overmix the batter, as this will result in a dense, dry loaf.
- If the top of the bread starts to brown too quickly, cover it with aluminum foil for the remainder of the baking time.

Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.

Presentation Ideas:
Serve the bread warm with a pat of butter and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.

Garnishes:
Sprinkle the top of the bread with a mixture of cinnamon and sugar.

Pairings:
Serve with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk.

Suggested Side Dishes:
Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a yogurt parfait.

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the bread is too dry, add a tablespoon of milk to the batter.
- If the bread is too dense, make sure not to overmix the batter.

Food Safety Advice:
Make sure to store the bread in an airtight container to prevent it from going stale.

Food History:
Gyeongju Cinnamon Bread is a traditional Korean bread that dates back to the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392). It is a sweet, spiced bread that is often served as a snack or dessert.

Flavor Profiles:
This bread has a sweet, cinnamon flavor with a hint of nuttiness from the walnuts and raisins.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve as a snack or dessert with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk.

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Region: Korean

Taste: Sweet, Cinnamon, Nutty, Moist, Cinnamon-Y