Cinnamon Toast Butter Sugar (Printable Version)

Buttery bread with cinnamon and sugar, baked to golden perfection for a comforting start or snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices white or whole wheat sandwich bread

→ Spread

02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Topping

03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
05 - Pinch of salt (optional)

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F or set toaster oven to medium-high.
02 - In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and optional salt until combined.
03 - Evenly spread softened butter over one side of each bread slice.
04 - Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture generously over the buttered side of each slice.
05 - Place bread slices, sugar side up, on a baking sheet and bake for 5 to 7 minutes until edges turn golden and sugar melts slightly.
06 - Remove from oven, allow to cool for 1 to 2 minutes, then serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes less than ten minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for lazy mornings or sudden cravings.
  • The buttery, caramelized sugar creates a crispy coating that beats any store-bought version.
  • You probably have every ingredient sitting in your kitchen right now.
02 -
  • If you use cold butter, it will tear the bread instead of spreading smoothly, so always let it soften first.
  • Watch the toast closely in the final minute, sugar can go from caramelized to burnt in seconds.
  • Let it cool briefly before biting in, molten sugar can burn your tongue faster than you expect.
03 -
  • Use a pastry brush to spread the softened butter evenly if you want perfect coverage without tearing delicate bread.
  • If you like it extra sweet and crunchy, sprinkle a second light layer of cinnamon sugar halfway through baking.
  • Toast the bread lightly before adding butter and sugar for an even crispier base that holds up beautifully.

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