Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of homemade cinnamon toast. This easy recipe features buttery goodness topped with a sweet cinnamon-sugar blend, making it perfect for breakfast or a delightful snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of bread (your choice: white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
- Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors (optional).
- Mix until well combined, ensuring the cinnamon is evenly distributed.
- Set aside for later use.
- In another bowl, take the softened unsalted butter. If too hard, microwave for about 10 seconds to soften (do not melt).
- Add vanilla extract if using.
- Beat the butter with a fork or hand mixer until creamy and smooth (about 1-2 minutes).
- Gradually add the cinnamon sugar mixture to the butter and mix until fully incorporated, creating a spreadable cinnamon butter.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lay the slices of bread on a baking sheet.
- Optionally, lightly toast the bread in a toaster for a few minutes before applying the cinnamon butter.
- Generously spread the cinnamon butter mixture over one side of each slice of bread.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the butter is bubbling.
- For extra crispiness, leave in for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute or two.
- Cut each slice into halves or quarters for easier handling.
- Optional: Add toppings like honey, powdered sugar, or whipped cream.
- Serve warm with coffee, tea, or milk.
- Allow any leftover cinnamon toast to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container or wrap in plastic wrap for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
- To reheat, pop in the toaster or warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes.
Notes
- Variations to Try:
- Nutty Cinnamon Toast: Add chopped nuts to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Chocolate Cinnamon Toast: Spread Nutella before adding cinnamon butter.
- Fruit Topped Cinnamon Toast: Add sliced bananas, strawberries, or apples.
- Cream Cheese Cinnamon Toast: Spread cream cheese before adding cinnamon butter.
- Tips for Perfect Cinnamon Toast:
- Choose your bread wisely; sourdough adds tang, while white bread offers a classic taste.
- Ensure butter is softened but not melted for easy spreading.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes