Delicious, quick to prepare, fun to make, and delightfully crispy—perfect for satisfying sweet cravings!
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 16
Ingredients:
- 16 slices of white bread (crust removed)
Why? Removing the crust allows for smoother rolling and ensures a uniform texture. - 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
Why? Softened cream cheese is easy to spread and creates a creamy filling. - ¾ cup powdered sugar
Why? Combines with the cream cheese for a rich, sweet interior. - 1 cup granulated sugar
Why? Provides a crunchy, sweet coating. - 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Why? Adds warmth and a classic cinnamon-sugar flavor to the coating. - ¾ cup butter (melted)
Why? Helps the cinnamon sugar stick and gives the rolls a rich, buttery flavor.
Instructions:
- Prepare the filling:
In one bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until creamy and smooth.
Why? This creates the luscious filling that makes the rolls irresistible. - Make the coating:
In a separate bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
Why? The cinnamon-sugar mixture is key to the sweet, crispy exterior. - Melt the butter:
Pour melted butter into a third bowl.
Why? It acts as a glue for the cinnamon-sugar coating and adds a rich buttery taste. - Prepare the bread:
Cut off the crusts from the bread slices and roll each slice flat with a rolling pin.
Why? Rolling the bread ensures the rolls are compact and easy to handle. - Assemble the rolls:
Spread the cream cheese mixture onto each slice, roll it up tightly, and dip it into the melted butter. Then roll it in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
Why? This layering ensures every bite has creamy, crispy, and sweet flavors. - Bake:
Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Why? Baking ensures an evenly cooked, crunchy exterior without frying.
Enjoy these irresistible Crack Sticks as a dessert, snack, or appetizer that everyone will love!
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