Description
Delight in the sweet nostalgia of Crispy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies, crafted with simple ingredients like fresh white sandwich bread, butter, cinnamon, and sugar. These crunchy treats are baked to golden perfection, offering a quick and easy dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 6 slices white sandwich bread (fresh bread preferred for best texture)
- ½ cup butter (unsalted recommended for better flavor control, melted)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (can substitute with coconut sugar for alternative flavor)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional pinch of nutmeg for added warmth)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: In a shallow bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create a flavorful coating.
- Cut Bread: Cut each slice of white sandwich bread diagonally into quarters, forming triangles that will become your cookie shapes.
- Butter the Bread: Brush melted butter on both sides of each bread triangle to provide moisture and help the cinnamon sugar adhere.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Dip each buttered bread triangle into the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated on both sides.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the coated bread pieces on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they do not overlap.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through to allow for even browning and crisping.
- Cool and Crisp: Transfer the baked cookies to a cooling rack and let them cool for a few minutes to achieve maximum crispiness before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider using unsalted butter and adding a pinch of nutmeg along with the cinnamon.
- Fresh bread yields the best texture; avoid day-old bread which may not crisp as well.
- To make these gluten-free, substitute the white sandwich bread with a gluten-free bread variety.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container to maintain crispiness for up to two days.
- These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be lightly reheated in the oven to restore crispiness.
