Cinnamon Roll Toast - An Easy Breakfast Treat

By Mariealicerayner @MarieRynr
  
When my youngest lad was a child, he loved for me to buy him the frozen toaster Strudels you could buy at the grocery store.   He was a very finicky eater, and there was not a lot that he liked to eat really.  


He would go on binges and one week all he would eat was hotdogs . . . the next it might be pizza . . . or mashed potatoes.  There were times I really worried he would be too skinny or never eat normally . . . and so when he wanted something like the toaster strudels, I would get them for him because at least he was eating something.


 
Those things are kind of expensive though . . . especially when you have five children, and they're full of preservatives and all sorts. Not ideal.  He liked toast, but it could only be a certain color . . . not too dark, or too light.  It was hit and miss.  

He did like cinnamon toast though . . . but that can be really sugary.I ended up coming up with this version of cinnamon toast that is not too loaded with sugar and actually tastes pretty much like cinnamon rolls.   AND . . . it's so super easy to do!   He love, love,  LOVED  it. You just butter a slice of bread with softened butter on both sides, sprinkle with powdered cinnamon and then toast/grill it in a nonstick skillet . . . until the bread is all toasty and golden . . . crisp even, especially at the edges, but the insides are soft and warm, just like a cinnamon roll.I added a simple powdered sugar glaze for just a hint of sweetness, without going over the top. It is entirely optional. Sometimes I add it and sometimes I don't.The end result however, icing or not, is something that tastes deliciously similar to a cinnamon roll without all the time and faffing about involved!  Plus if you are making it for children, you get to control the sugar in it, if any! I call that a win!

 
INGREDIENTS NEEDEDTO MAKE🤎CINNAMON ROLL TOAST🤎


There is nothing too out of the ordinary required here. Simple ingredients put together in a simple and delicious way.For the Toast:

  • 2 thick slices of your favorite bread (Raisin bread is particularly nice!)
  • 1 TBS softened butter
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
For the glaze:
  • ½ cup icing sugar
  • ½ TBS water
  • 1/8 tsp vanilla

 
🤎NOTES ON INGREDIENTS🤎


Thick sliced breadThis is the whole base for this recipe. Choose a good one. I like Cinnamon raisin, but white is great, as are many other kinds of bread.  Use what you like to eat.
Softened butterThis is what helps the bread to toast in the skillet, lending an authentic buttery finish.Ground cinnamonThis is the star of the show, and where this toast gets all it's flavor.FOR THE OPTIONAL GLAZE
Icing sugarAlso called confectioner's or powdered sugar, this forms the base of the glaze.
VanillaThis gives a touch of rich flavor to the glaze giving it a more authentic cinnamon roll taste
WaterThis is what gives the glaze it's drizzle consistency. Be sure not to use too much. You want a glaze that drizzles easily but that is not water. You could also use milk if you would rather.

 

HOW TO MAKE🤎CINNAMON ROLL TOAST🤎


A very simple make.

  1. Spread both sides of the bread with the softened butter and then sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon. (No sugar needed. Just cinnamon.)
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. (It should be hot enough that you can just barely hold the palm of your hand over it, but not red hot.)
  3. When hot put the bread in and brown on both sides. When done, remove to a plate. (Don't be in a rush.)
  4. Whisk together the icing sugar, water and vanilla until smooth and drizzle over the top of the hot toast. (Totally optional but very nice.)
  5. Serve warm.

 
🤎HINTS & TIPS FOR SUCCESS🤎
Use thick slices of breadThicker slices of bread hold up better in the toasting process, creating a toast that's crispy on the outside and tender in the middle.Soften the butter firstSoft butter spreads much easier on the bread without risk of tearing.Watch carefully while toastingYou can run the risk of it burning if you don't keep an eye on it. There is no sugar in the toast itself to burn, but the bread and the cinnamon can still burn if you are not careful.  Don't be in a rush.
Serve warmCinnamon Roll Toast is at its absolute best served fresh from the skillet while it is still warm and fragrant.
Add a simple glazeFor an authentic cinnamon roll flavor experience, drizzle with a quick icing made from powdered sugar and a splash of milk.
 
🤎FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS🤎



WHAT TYPE OF BREAD IS BEST FOR THIS?You can use any type of bread that you enjoy. I like cinnamon raisin bread, but thick white bread is another favorite. Having said that, you can use whole wheat, seeded, etc. There is no wrong.

DO I NEED TO USE BUTTER?You could use margarine, but butter is really essential to give you a true cinnamon roll flavor.  I just use regular salted butter. Steer clear of tub type butters and margarines as they often have water beaten into them which can make your toast soggy instead of crisp.

CAN THIS BE MADE AHEAD OF TIME?I don't really recommend making this delicious toast ahead of time. Since it is so quick to make I don't really think that should be an issue.
CAN THIS BE MADE FOR A CROWD?Yes, simply double or tripe the ingredients and use more than one skillet. Or you can use a large electric grill or grill pan to make multiple servings.

WHAT MAKES THIS TASTE LIKE A CINNAMON ROLL?The combination of bread, butter and cinnamon, along with the optional sweet glaze create all the cozy flavours of a traditional cinnamon roll, but in a quick and easy toast form.
WHAT CAN I SERVE WITH THIS?Whilst this is awfully tasty on it's own, it's also delicious served with fresh fruit, yogurt, crispy bacon, breakfast sausages or hot  or cold drinks such as herbal tea, hot cocoa, regular tea and coffee, fruit juices or milk.
  
🤎A FEW MORE CINNAMON RECIPES TO ENJOY🤎 


Who doesn't love cinnamon?  Here are a few more favorites!BEST BISQUICK CINNAMON ROLLS - Golden, fluffy, and generously swirled with cinnamon sugar, these Bisquick Cinnamon Rolls prove that delicious doesn't have to be complicated. Made with pantry staples and ready in a fraction of the time, they're the perfect sweet bake for busy mornings or cozy weekends.CINNAMON SWIRL SOUR CREAM LOAF CAKE - With its rich sour cream crumb and generous swirl of cinnamon batter, this loaf cake is the perfect balance of comfort and indulgence. Easy to make and impossible to resist. perfect with a hot cup of tea or coffee, it's a simple yet irresistible treat for any time of the day. 

 
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½½Yield: 2 servingsAuthor: Marie Rayner

Cinnamon Roll Toast

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 10 MinTotal time: 15 Min

This delicious and easy version of Cinnamon Toast is a real winner. You can multiply the ingredients to suit any amount of people you want to serve this too. Simple and very tasty!

Ingredients

For the Toast:
  • 2 thick slices of your favorite bread (Raisin bread is particularly nice!)
  • 1 TBS softened butter
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
For the glaze:
  • ½ cup icing sugar
  • ½ TBS water
  • 1/8 tsp vanilla

Instructions

  1. Spread both sides of the bread with the softened butter and then sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  3. When hot put the bread in and brown on both sides. When done, remove to a plate.
  4. Whisk together the icing sugar, water and vanilla until smooth and drizzle over the top of the hot toast.
  5. Serve warm.

Notes

You can make this with any type of bread you wish, plain white, whole wheat . . . I just happen to prefer the cinnamon raisin bread!

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