Crack Sticks are a delightful, easy-to-make and tasty treat. With just a few simple ingredients and less than 10 minutes, you can make a snack for movie night or for those impromptu guests that show up. This is such a simple treat that you will wonder why you never thought of it before. Crack Sticks are sweet and crunchy, enough to tame the sweet tooth for a while.

These Crack Sticks require just a few ingredients that you likely already have at home. All you need is sugar, both granulated and powdered, cinnamon, cream cheese and bread. Of course, the important ingredient is butter for dipping the sticks into to make the sugar stick to the bread. These delicious treats can be made in a variety of ways—let your imagination flow and come up with some delicious combinations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some of the variations you have used?
I have made peanut butter with chocolate, peanut butter and jelly, cream cheese, and even used pudding for some. They all taste delicious and are easily made.

How do I store these treats?
They are best eaten fresh, however, you can store them in an airtight container or zip-closed bag. If you use cream cheese, store the Crack Sticks in the refrigerator. For peanut butter, the Crack Sticks can be stored at room temperature. These will last for up to 3 days. The cream cheese, peanut butter, and pudding will tend to soften the bread.

Can I prepare these ahead of time?
Crack Sticks can be made up to 24 hours in advance and then kept in the refrigerator until you are ready to bake them. I do not recommend freezing the Crack Sticks as they will become too moist when they thaw.

What makes this a great recipe?
The fact that they need ingredients that you most likely have at home already is the top reason. They are also quick to make, taste great, and so simple that you will be surprised how good they taste.

What type of event would Crack Sticks be a good choice for?
Almost any event you can think of. I have brought them to work meetings, church events, movie nights at home, and also when the kids have had slumber parties with friends over. You can make such a variety that there is a choice for everyone.

Could I make these with fruit?
Trust me, Crack Sticks are delicious when you make them with pie filling or even sliced fruit with the cream cheese.

INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED

• Bread

• Powdered sugar

• Cream cheese

• Granulated sugar

• Ground cinnamon

• Melted butter

Optional Variations

• Fruit slices

• Pudding

• Pie filling

• Chocolate

• Peanut butter

• Jelly or jam

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

First, Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Lightly spray a baking sheet with nonstick spray or place a layer of parchment paper on the baking tray.

Second, Cut the crust off 16 slices of bread and flatten each slice with a rolling pin.

Third, In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until creamy and smooth.

Fourth, In a shallow dish, combine the granulated sugar with cinnamon.

In another shallow dish, melt the butter.

Fifth, Spread some of the cream cheese mixture on each slice of flattened bread.

Sixth, Carefully roll the bread from the wide end, as tightly as you can without tearing the bread.

Seventh, Dip the rolled bread with filling into the melted butter.

Eighth, Then place the rolled bread into the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Ninth, Place each roll on the prepared baking sheet with the seam side down to prevent unrolling.

Tenth, Place the tray on the center rack of the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes.

Finally, Place the Crack Sticks on a decorative tray.

You could lightly dust with powdered sugar if desired.