Crispy Cinnamon Toast Bliss
A quick and easy homemade cinnamon toast recipe featuring crispy edges and a buttery cinnamon-sugar center, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices sturdy white or whole wheat bread (day-old bread works great for extra crunch)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (can substitute coconut sugar)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir well.
- Melt 6 tablespoons unsalted butter gently and let cool slightly. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract if using.
- Place bread slices on the prepared baking sheet and toast in the oven for 3-4 minutes until just golden.
- Using a pastry brush, spread melted butter evenly over one side of each toast slice.
- Generously sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the buttered side of each slice and press lightly to adhere.
- Bake the slices again for 8-10 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through for even browning. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Transfer toast slices to a wire rack and cool for 5 minutes to maintain crispiness.
Notes
Use sturdy, day-old bread for best crispiness. Press cinnamon sugar into buttered toast to help caramelize. Cool on wire rack to prevent sogginess. Adjust oven temperature if sugar burns. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan margarine or coconut oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 110
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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