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Preheat the oven to 175°C. Grease a 23 × 13 cm loaf pan thoroughly with butter or non-stick spray.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until fully blended.
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In a separate bowl, whisk granulated sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in buttermilk until evenly incorporated.
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Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender crumb.
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Pour batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre emerges clean.
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While the loaf is baking, combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Melt the remaining butter in a separate bowl.
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Allow loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Remove from pan and brush the melted butter over the warm surface. Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top.
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Let the bread cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.