Raspberry Swirl Cinnamon Sticks

Ingredients

• 1 LOAF WHITE BREAD*

Filling

• 1-8 oz block cream cheese
• 1 egg yolk
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup raspberry jam
• 1 tsp vanilla

Finishing Mixture

• 1 Cup granulated sugar
• 2 sticks of butter, melted and cooled slightly
• 1 – 2 Tbsp cinnamon

Tara Tip

For best results use inexpensive soft white bread.  I used raspberry jam but any fruit jam would be equally delicious.  I have also used cranberries, raisins or chopped nuts – a friend also suggested diced banana.

Directions

1. Trim the crusts of the bread slices and roll each slice flat.
2. In a small bowl mix together the cream cheese, sugar & vanilla until smooth
3. Spread 1 generous tablespoon of cream cheese over each slice of bread. Leave¼ inch border on each slice.
4. Swirl a small amount of jam on each slice.
5. Roll the slices – corner to corner forming the “stick”.
6. Roll the sticks through the melted butter and then through the cinnamon sugar mixture.
7. Arrange on a parchment lined cookie sheet.
8. Bake at 350 degrees 25 – 30 minutes until the edges begin to brown.