Description
Crack Sticks are a deliciously crispy and sweet appetizer made by rolling cream cheese and sugar mixture inside thinly rolled bread slices, then dipped in butter and coated with cinnamon sugar before baking to golden perfection. Quick to prepare and irresistibly crunchy, they make a perfect treat for any gathering or snack time.
Ingredients
For the Crack Sticks
- 16 slices white bread (crust removed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
For the Sweet Coating
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 cup butter (melted)
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In one bowl, beat the softened cream cheese together with the powdered sugar until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a separate bowl, combine the granulated sugar with the ground cinnamon, stirring until evenly mixed to create a sweet and spicy coating.
- Prepare Butter: Melt the butter and pour it into a third bowl, ready for dipping the rolled bread sticks.
- Roll the Bread: Remove the crusts from the bread slices and use a rolling pin to flatten each slice thinly but without tearing the bread.
- Assemble Crack Sticks: Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture over each flattened bread slice, then roll it tightly into a stick shape.
- Coat the Rolls: Dip each rolled bread stick first into the melted butter to coat it evenly, then roll it in the cinnamon sugar mixture, pressing lightly to adhere the sugar coating.
- Bake: Place the coated rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- Removing the crusts helps the bread roll more easily without cracking.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to make spreading easier.
- You can adjust the sugar and cinnamon ratio according to your sweetness preference.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Serve warm for the best crispy texture and flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container; they can be reheated briefly to regain crispness.
