Name: Cinnamon Toast Pinwheels
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American

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Place the bread on a cutting board. Use a sharp or serrated knife to cut off the crusts of the bread keep them intact in one long piece.

Starting at one end of the bread, wind it up into a pinwheel and secure with a long stick or toothpick. Repeat with second piece of bread.

Melt the butter In a medium sized saute pan over medium heat and sprinkle the cinnamon where you will be placing the pinwheels.

Add the pinwheels and cook for 2 minutes on each side or until golden.

Serve with maple or honey for dipping.

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Flatten Bread for Even Rolling 🍞
Use a rolling pin to gently flatten each slice of bread after removing crusts—this prevents air pockets and ensures the pinwheel holds its shape without cracking.
Butter Distribution Hack 🧈
Soften butter to room temperature and spread it evenly with an offset spatula rather than cold butter, which will tear the delicate bread and create uneven cinnamon coverage.
Cinnamon-Sugar Ratio Balance ✨
Mix cinnamon with a touch of sugar before sprinkling—this prevents the cinnamon from clumping and ensures it adheres better to the buttered bread for consistent flavor in every bite.
Secure Rolling Technique 📌
Roll the bread tightly from corner to corner rather than edge to edge, and insert the skewer through the center while the roll is still slightly warm for easier piercing and better structural integrity.
Toasting for Enhanced Flavor 🔆
Lightly toast the assembled pinwheels in a 375°F oven for 5-7 minutes until golden—this caramelizes the cinnamon-sugar mixture and creates a delightful crunch that transforms the texture.