In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk with a pinch of sugar. Let it sit until foamy, about 5 minutes. In a larger bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add melted butter and eggs, then the yeast mixture. Stir until a sticky dough forms, then knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. I may have done a little kitchen shimmy while kneading — it’s therapeutic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1–1.5 hours, until doubled. Perfect time for a coffee break or a little dance party.

Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Set aside — the magic swirly layer of your bread.

Roll the dough into a rectangle, spread melted butter over the surface, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar evenly. Roll it up tightly and place it in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise for another 30–40 minutes. Admire your creation — it’s almost too pretty to bake. Almost.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the loaf for 30–35 minutes, until golden brown and the house smells like cozy cinnamon heaven. Let it cool slightly before slicing, if you can wait that long.

Mix powdered sugar with milk to make a drizzle glaze and pour it over the warm loaf. Add toasted nuts if you’re feeling fancy. Slice thick, serve, and prepare for happy sighs.