Description
Delightfully sweet and buttery, these Sugar Snails are made with flaky puff pastry rolled with a cinnamon sugar mixture, baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a quick breakfast treat or an indulgent snack, they offer a crisp exterior and a tender, sweet interior with a hint of cinnamon spice.
Ingredients
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Dough and Butter
- 1 sheet refrigerated puff pastry or crescent dough, thawed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Sugar Mixture
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Finishing
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Sugar Filling: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. If using, stir in the vanilla extract to add a subtle aromatic sweetness.
- Assemble the Snails: Unroll the thawed puff pastry on a clean, flat surface. Brush the melted butter evenly over the entire surface of the dough. Then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly on top, ensuring full coverage for uniform sweetness.
- Roll and Slice: Starting from the long edge of the dough, roll it up tightly into a log shape. Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 1-inch thick rounds to create the snail shapes.
- Bake: Place each sliced round cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart to allow for expansion. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed up and golden brown.
- Finish and Serve: Allow the sugar snails to cool slightly on a wire rack. Optionally, dust them with powdered sugar for an added touch of sweetness and presentation. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use puff pastry for a flakier, lighter texture; crescent dough will yield a softer, more bread-like result.
- Adjust cinnamon quantity to your taste preference.
- For a richer flavor, brush butter twice before adding sugar mixture.
- Sugar snails can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat briefly before serving.
- Powdered sugar dusting is optional but adds a lovely finishing touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Sugar Snails, cinnamon sugar rolls, puff pastry dessert, easy pastry, cinnamon roll snack, baked sweet pastry
