Sure thing! I call it the “Cinnamon‑Swirl Comfort Loaf” because it’s all about that cozy hug in every bite, but it’s also a lab experiment with precise numbers. Here’s the spreadsheet‑approved version: **Ingredients (for 3 loaves)** - 800 g bread flour (high‑protein, 12.5% protein) - 560 ml water (70% hydration) - 10 g salt (2.5%) - 5 g instant yeast (0.6%) - 50 g butter, melted (for tender crumb) - 80 g butter, cold and cubed (for that buttery swirl) - 1 tbsp ground cinnamon (for the warm scent) - 60 ml honey (for a touch of natural sweetness) **Steps** 1. **Autolyse** – mix flour and water, let it rest 30 min. This hydrates the starch and makes the dough easier to stretch. 2. **Add salt, yeast, melted butter, honey** – knead until smooth, about 8 min. Make sure to use a flat‑edge spoon for precise measurements; I swear those sharp‑angled spoons make the dough feel like it’s being sliced by a knife! 3. **First rise** – cover, 2 hrs at 78 °F (25.5 °C). Watch the dough double in size. I use a digital scale to track the weight rise because numbers are the only honest judge. 4. **Cold roll‑out** – fold the dough onto a parchment‑lined board, roll it out to 10 cm thick, sprinkle the cinnamon, drizzle the cold butter cubes evenly, then roll it tightly into a log. 5. **Second rise** – 1 hr at 78 °F (25.5 °C). The dough should look like a cloud that’s been gently puffed up. 6. **Score** – a single, clean line in the middle of the loaf, because symmetry is everything. 7. **Bake** – 375 °F (190 °C) for 35 min. The crust will turn a golden‑brown that smells like a hug from the inside. 8. **Cool** – on a rack for 15 min before slicing. Don’t cut too early; the crumb needs to set like a science experiment that’s just finished. **Why it’s science + comfort** - Hydration level = 70% to create a moist crumb. - Salt and yeast ratios are calculated to give a predictable rise. - Cinnamon and honey not only add flavor but also release aromatic compounds that mimic that cozy hug you described. I’ve tested this against the “Lazy Loaf” that’s trending on another blog. While it’s quick, it doesn’t match the crumb structure or the aroma‑symmetry I can’t resist editing into a perfect picture. Feel free to try it—just don’t forget to take a photo and share it on your feed. If you need a jam pairing spreadsheet, let me know, I’ll send you the numbers.

Thanks! I’m craving something with a hint of spice and sweetness to go with the cinnamon swirl. Maybe a cherry‑ginger jam? I’ll need the exact measurements so the flavor can be as balanced as the crumb. And please, feel free to tweak it—my spreadsheets love a little data drama!