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Sugar Snails

Irresistible Sugar Snails: Buttery Delight for Brunch Bliss

Sugar Snails are soft, buttery pastries that are perfect for brunch, offering a delightful twist to traditional sweet rolls.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Baking
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-purpose flour spooned and leveled for best results
  • 2 teaspoons Yeast active dry or instant
  • 1 cup Milk warm slightly before use
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter softened for easy spreading
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar adds sweetness and caramelization
  • 1 large Egg for flavor and binding
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavors
For the Filling
  • 1/4 cup Butter softened for spreading
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar for the filling
  • Optional flavorings like cinnamon, vanilla, or lemon zest
Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar for glazing
  • 2 tablespoons Milk to combine with powdered sugar

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm the milk, combine with yeast and a teaspoon of sugar, and let it sit until foamy.
  2. Mix remaining sugar, egg, melted butter, salt, and half the flour in a bowl.
  3. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl covered with a towel for 1 to 1.5 hours.
  5. Roll out the dough into a large rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
  6. Spread softened butter on the dough and sprinkle granulated sugar evenly.
  7. Roll the dough tightly and slice into pieces about 1 inch wide.
  8. Let the sliced snails rise again for 30 to 45 minutes.
  9. Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the Sugar Snails for 20-25 minutes.
  10. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 43mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Measure flour carefully and use fresh yeast for best results. Cool before serving and experiment with different fillings.

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