If you’re looking for a easy, fun, whimsical snack, try out fairy bread! It’s a common treat in Australia and New Zealand, which is served at children’s birthday parties. It’s made with soft white bread, butter, and nonpareils (aka hundreds and thousands).
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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s easy to make! All you need to do is butter some soft white bread and dip it in hundreds and thousands.
- It’s great for parties and get-togethers. It’s a classic party dessert for a reason. It’s quick, cute, and perfect for sprinkle lovers!
Looking for other simple recipes? Try out my marshmallow pops!
Ingredients
To make homemade fairy bread from scratch, you’ll need the following ingredients:
Fairy bread commonly uses soft white bread (I used Wonderbread), salted butter, and nonpareils (aka hundreds and thousands!).
For the full list of ingredients and measurements, see the recipe card below.
How to Make Fairy Bread
Step 1: Spread softened salted butter onto bread.
Step 2: Dip into nonpareils (aka hundreds and thousands). Cut into squares or use cute cookie cutters for different shapes. Enjoy!
For full instructions, see the recipe card below.
Storage
Fairy bread is best enjoyed day of. You can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Eat at room temperature.
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Fairy Bread
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Equipment
- butter knife
- cookie cutters optional, I used bear cutters!
Ingredients
- 1 slice (25 g) soft white bread
- 1 tablespoon (14 g) salted butter softened
- nonpareils
Instructions
- Spread softened 1 tablespoon (14 g) salted butter on 1 slice (25 g) soft white bread.
- Add generous amount of nonpareils onto a plate. Press buttered side of bread face-down onto nonpareils, making sure it's completely covered in sprinkles.
- Cut into classic triangles or use cookie cutters for fun shapes!
