Description
This Best Cinnamon Toast recipe transforms simple sandwich bread into a warm, crispy, and flavorful treat, layered with a homemade cinnamon sugar butter spread and perfectly toasted in the oven for an irresistible breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 slices sandwich bread (any variety, hearty wheat recommended)
- 1/4 cup (56g) salted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Place the bread slices in a single layer on an ungreased, unlined broiler-safe baking sheet.
- Prepare Cinnamon Butter: In a medium bowl, mix the softened butter, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract with a fork until evenly combined into a smooth, spreadable paste.
- Spread Mixture: Evenly spread the cinnamon butter mixture over each bread slice from edge to edge, ensuring every part of the bread is covered for maximum flavor.
- Bake the Toast: Place the baking sheet on the top or center rack of the oven (in the top half but at least 5 inches away from the broiler) and bake for about 10 minutes until the bread becomes lightly crispy.
- Broil to Finish: Turn your oven broiler to high and broil the toast for 1 to 2 minutes, watching carefully until the cinnamon sugar mixture bubbles and just begins to brown. Remove immediately if edges darken to prevent burning.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the toast to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm to experience the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use hearty wheat bread or any sturdy sandwich bread for best texture and to prevent sogginess.
- Keep an eye on the toast during broiling to avoid burning as it can happen quickly.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute salted butter with a plant-based margarine.
- This cinnamon toast is best enjoyed fresh while warm and crispy.
