Cinnamon Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375F, and spray a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan with dairy-free baking spray.
2. 2
   In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the shortening and 3/4 cup sugar thoroughly, adding the water as the mixer runs.
3. 3
   Beat until fluffy.
4. 4
   In a separate mixing bowl, sift together the remaining dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
5. 5
   Add the dry mixture to the shortening mixture, alternating it with the soy milk.
6. 6
   In a separate bowl, mix together the 2 teaspoons cinnamon, the 1/2 cup sugar, and the margarine to make the topping.
7. 7
   Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
8. 8
   Sprinkle the batter with the topping mixture.
9. 9
   Bake for 45 minutes, or until an inserted cake tester comes out clean and the topping is crusty brown.
10. 10
    Cool 10 minutes before slicing.