How to Make the Classic Cowboy Bread Recipe from Your School Cafeteria – Just Like You Remember!
Soft, sweet, and full of nostalgia, this Cowboy Bread was the highlight of many school lunches. With a golden crust and cinnamon-kissed flavor, it’s perfect with milk or as a comforting snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
Optional Topping
- Cinnamon sugar (mix 1 tbsp sugar + ½ tsp cinnamon)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl: flour, both sugars, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, vanilla, and oil or melted butter.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients just until smooth—don’t overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth out evenly. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top if using.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center. The edges should be lightly golden.
- Cool slightly before slicing into squares or rectangles—just like the cafeteria did!
Tips
- Add a handful of mini chocolate chips or raisins for a twist.
- Serve warm with a pat of butter for extra indulgence.
- Great for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet lunchbox treat.
FAQs
Can I make this into muffins?
Yes! Just pour into muffin tins and bake 15–18 minutes.
Is this the same as cornbread?
Nope—cowboy bread is sweeter and fluffier, more like a snack cake.
Can I freeze it?
Yes! Slice, wrap individually, and freeze for up to 2 months.
Get ready for a sweet blast from the past—this cowboy bread brings back all the delicious school day memories!
