Valentine's Day is all about spreading love, and what better way to do that than through food? In the spirit of the holiday, why not whip up a special treat that not only tastes delicious, but also symbolizes the warmth and sweetness of love? One such recipe that fits this bill perfectly is Valentine's Day cinnamon toast. This classic dish is a timeless favorite for a reason – its combination of sweet, crispy bread, fragrant cinnamon, and creamy butter creates a culinary experience that is sure to delight hearts on this special day. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast in bed or an indulgent dessert to end a romantic dinner, Valentine's Day cinnamon toast is the perfect choice. So, grab your favorite loaf of bread, some cinnamon, and butter, and let's create a toast that will make your Valentine feel loved and cherished.
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CINNAMON TOAST
The ingredients for cinnamon toast - bread, cinnamon, sugar and butter - have remained largely unchanged since the recipe first appeared in 15th century Europe, where it was introduced as a less expensive version of French toast. Some variations call for adding the cinnamon and sugar before toasting, others after. The secret to achieving a cinnamon toast that's both gooey and crunchy? A combination of both methods. Toast the bread in butter in a skillet, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, flip so the sugar caramelizes, then sprinkle with more cinnamon sugar when it's done. Toasting the bread in a skillet (like French toast) produces browned butter, which adds nutty warmth.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories breakfast, brunch, breads, side dish
Time 10m
Yield 4 slices
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small bowl, stir together the sugar, cinnamon and salt.
- Melt some butter in a large (12-inch) nonstick skillet over medium-low; you'll want enough to lightly coat the bottom of the skillet when melted. When bubbling, add as many bread slices as will fit. Swirl the bread around to absorb the butter, adding more butter if the pan is dry. Cook until light golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes, adjusting the heat as needed to avoid burning.
- Add another pat of butter, flip the bread and swirl to coat the other side in butter, gently pressing the bread to pick up any browned bits. Sprinkle the toasted tops edge to edge with a thin layer of the cinnamon sugar. Cook until the underside is golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes, adding more butter and adjusting temperature if the pan is dry or the toast is burning.
- Flip and cook until the sugar sizzles and starts to melt, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Transfer to a plate, sugar side up. (If any melted sugar sticks to the pan, gently swipe the bread over it to pick it up.) Sprinkle toasts with more cinnamon sugar. Wipe skillet and repeat with any remaining bread.
VALENTINE'S DAY CINNAMON TOAST
Serve up a sweet breakfast by spelling out your feelings on cinnamon-sugar toast. Parchment paper and a pair of scissors are all you need to make the easy stencils.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Time 20m
Yield Makes 2
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat an oven or toaster oven to 425 degrees.
- Cut XOXO letters or hearts out of parchment paper. Spread bread with butter on both sides. Place bread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and adhere stencils.
- In a small bowl, mix together sugar and cinnamon. Generously sprinkle cinnamon sugar over toast. Bake until crisp and golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Peel off stencils; serve immediately.
CINNAMON TOAST
Yummy cinnamon toast makes a great breakfast meal or a snack!
Provided by Melodi
Categories Desserts
Time 7m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Use a toaster to toast the bread to desired darkness. Spread butter or margarine onto one side of each slice. In a cup or small bowl, stir together the sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle generously over hot buttered toast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 199.2 mg, Sugar 13.6 g
CINNAMON TOAST
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat broiler. Combine sugar with cinnamon to taste. Place bread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Place under broiler until golden brown. Turn bread, and spread with butter. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, and return to broiler until golden brown and bubbling. Serve immediately.
CHOCOLATE CINNAMON TOAST
You might want to sit down for this one. Cinnamon bread gets topped with chocolate and fresh berries, then toasted in a skillet. That's real love. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 10m
Yield 1 slice.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Spread both sides of bread with butter. In a small skillet, toast bread over medium-high heat 2-3 minutes on each side, topping with chocolate chips after turning. Remove from heat; spread melted chocolate evenly over toast. If desired, top with fruit.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
VALENTINE'S DAY TOAST
This is a neat recipe that I was able to have placed upon a television program (Zoom) several years ago. It is very easy to make and is a treat that you can have any time of the year, despite the title. I describe in more detail to aid the cooking process, so don't feel like this is a hard recipe.
Provided by Squall
Categories Breakfast
Time 2m
Yield 1-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- First, you mix up the amount of sugar and cinnamon that you need for each slice of bread (2 Tbs. of sugar is a but more than is needed, but it is the best mixture as you will see). Place your slices of bread in the toaster. You may toast it in anyway that you want to but if you toast the bread too much, the quality by others may not be so well accepted.
- After you toast the bread to your liking, place the toast on a surface that you can cut it on (if you want to cut it). If you want to cut it into a heart shape, do so, though you don't have to.
- Take the butter and spread it over the toast. After you have enough on, sprinkle as much of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the toast as you want to. Be aware that too much makes it unappetizing and too little only teases the tongue.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 911.6, Fat 92.1, SaturatedFat 58.3, Cholesterol 244, Sodium 653.8, Carbohydrate 25.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 25.2, Protein 1
VALENTINE'S DAY FRENCH TOAST
Surprise your honey on Valentine's Day morning. This is a wonderful French toast recipe with strawberries and bananas for garnish!
Provided by Kat
Categories Breakfast and Brunch French Toast Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Beat eggs, milk, nutmeg, and cinnamon together with a fork in a bowl until somewhat smooth.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Dip a bread slice into egg mixture to evenly and generously coat each side and put into the hot skillet; cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Repeat with each bread slice.
- Cut each slice in half on a diagonal and arrange onto 2 plates. Arrange banana and strawberry slices on the plates around the French toast. Drizzle maple syrup over the French toast; dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 575.5 calories, Carbohydrate 60.4 g, Cholesterol 750 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 641.3 mg, Sugar 26.9 g
Tips:
- Using a good quality bread will make a big difference in the final product. Look for a bread that is thick, sturdy, and has a slightly sweet flavor.
- Be generous with the butter. This will help the cinnamon sugar mixture adhere to the bread and create a crispy, golden crust.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings. In addition to the classic cinnamon sugar mixture, you could also try adding nuts, dried fruit, or even chocolate chips.
- If you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast, you can make cinnamon toast in the toaster oven. Just place the bread slices on a baking sheet, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, and toast until golden brown.
- For a special Valentine's Day treat, you can make heart-shaped cinnamon toast. Just use a cookie cutter to cut the bread slices into hearts before toasting.
Conclusion:
Cinnamon toast is a simple but delicious treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or snack. It's also a great way to show someone you care on Valentine's Day. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a cinnamon toast recipe that everyone will love.
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