Description
This Best Cinnamon Toast recipe transforms simple bread into a deliciously sweet and crispy treat featuring a buttery cinnamon sugar spread, baked to perfection and finished under the broiler for a caramelized top. Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack, it serves 4 and takes just 16 minutes from start to finish.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 slices sandwich bread (any variety, hearty wheat is excellent)
- 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 (175°C). Arrange the bread slices in a single layer on an ungreased, unlined broiler-safe baking sheet.
- Prepare Cinnamon Butter: In a medium bowl, combine the softened salted butter, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly with a fork until the mixture becomes a uniform, spreadable paste.
- Spread Mixture: Evenly divide the cinnamon butter among the bread slices, spreading completely from edge to edge to ensure every bite is flavorful and there are no uncoated corners.
- Bake the Toast: Place the baking sheet on the top or center rack of the oven, positioning it in the upper half but at least 5 inches below the broiler. Bake for 10 minutes or until the bread becomes lightly crispy.
- Broil to Finish: Switch the oven broiler to high and broil the toast for 1 to 2 minutes until the cinnamon sugar mixture bubbles. Watch very closely and remove immediately if the edges begin to darken to avoid burning.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cinnamon toast to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm for the best texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- Use hearty wheat bread for a more robust texture, but any sandwich bread will work.
- Ensure the butter is softened to make mixing and spreading easier.
- Watch carefully during broiling as the toast can burn very quickly.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute salted butter with a plant-based spread and adjust the salt accordingly.
- This recipe is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
