Sugar Snails (Yeast Dough)
1-Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C): Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2-In a small bowl, mix sugar and: In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon. Stir in vanilla if using.
3-Unroll the dough on a clean surface: Unroll the dough on a clean surface. Brush evenly with melted butter, then sprinkle the sugar mixture over the top.
4-Starting from the long edge, roll the: Starting from the long edge, roll the dough into a tight log. Slice into 1-inch rounds.
5-Place slices cut-side up on the prepared: Place slices cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing slightly apart. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until puffed and golden.
6-Cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar: Cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Sugar Snails (Yeast Dough Variation)
7-Warm the milk until just warm to: Warm the milk until just warm to the touch (not hot). Mix with yeast and a teaspoon of sugar and let it sit until foamy.
8-Add the remaining sugar, egg, melted butter,: Add the remaining sugar, egg, melted butter, salt, and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms.
9-Knead by hand or mixer for 8-10: Knead by hand or mixer for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough should be slightly tacky but not sticky.
10-Place dough in a lightly greased bowl,: Place dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (about 1-1½ hours).
11-Roll dough into a large rectangle on: Roll dough into a large rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
12-Spread softened butter evenly over the dough,: Spread softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle generously with granulated sugar.
13-Roll tightly from the long side into: Roll tightly from the long side into a log. Slice into even pieces using a sharp knife or dental floss.
14-Arrange snails in a baking dish, cover,: Arrange snails in a baking dish, cover, and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
15-Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden and fragrant.
16-Let rest for 10 minutes before serving: Let rest for 10 minutes before serving so the sugar sets into a glossy finish.