National Sticky Bun Day:  How to Use BKF to Cleanup After Sticky Foods

February 21, 2024

February 21st is National Sticky Bun Day! Sticky buns are related to cinnamon rolls and other pastries, but they differ in that they’re rolled in a sticky, sugary, sweet topping. Yum!

Dubbed initially “schnecken,” meaning snail in German, these mouth-watering pastries are crafted into sweet spirals reminiscent of snails. The American version of the schnecken can be traced to 19th-century Pennsylvania, where German settlers introduced them. The sticky bun has become a beloved culinary delight synonymous with comfort and indulgence, great with a morning cup of coffee!

Although recipes vary, most include walnuts and/or pecans, as well as spices, cinnamon, ginger, and star anise.

How to Use BKF to Clean Up After Sticky Foods

One of the most common places for sticky food is your cooktop. It can be incredibly messy because sometimes it becomes double trouble: not just sticky food but burnt-on sticky food.

If you’re dealing with crusty, sticky food stains that have sat too long, Bar Keepers Friend Cookware Cleanser & Polish is your go-to. It’s designed to tackle burnt-on food, including sticky bun drippings.

This product can work wonders on old, stained cookware, silverware, and dishes, giving them a fresh look. So, if you’re expecting guests on sticky bun day and want your tableware to sparkle, this is the solution for you.

“On glass cooktops, go with BKF Cooktop Cleaner. First, scrape off any food. Then cover the affected area with cleaner and let it sit, no longer than five minutes. Wet a sponge, apply more Cooktop Cleaner to the sponge, then wipe the stained area in a circular motion. Rinse the sponge and wipe cleaner from cooktop.” — Family Handyman

What if the Sticky Food is on Your Countertop?

Bar Keepers Friend Granite & Stone Cleaner & Polish is the perfect remedy for granite or stone countertops stained by sticky food droppings. It effectively fights those stubborn stains that seem to seep into the stone. This cleaner is suitable for cleaning marble, granite, and quartz countertops, thanks to its pH-balanced formula that safely cleans all these natural stone surfaces.

And don’t forget The Original Powder Cleanser for sticky food cleanup. You can use it on stainless steel, bronze, aluminum, and glass. It’s cleaned sticky messes in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoors for over 100 years.

One More Sticky Challenge

What about sticky labels? Last week, I found a martini glass I liked at our local Goodwill. Don’t get me wrong; I love shopping at Goodwill for its bargains and commitment to serving the community. However, I don’t like their labels, especially on glass. They. Are. Sticky. I know it’s not the same as cleaning sticky food, but it’s still a pain. I tried soap, scrapping, and the dishwasher to no avail, and then I stopped in my tracks. What was I thinking? Bar Keepers Friend should do the trick. I used MORE Spray + Foam, and it worked. Here’s what others had to say about cleaning sticky labels.

What Others Had to Say about Sticky Labels

“We recently purchased a new printer, and of course, it had sticky adhesive-backed labels all over it. After removing the tags, I used BKF MORE Spray + Foam and after a minute, the glue was gone! Is there anything more annoying than sticky residue left behind by a label? Bar Keepers Friend will remove any stickiness without the need for too much elbow grease.” — Expert Home Tips 

“New electronics, picture frames, and other items often need stickers removed before use. Then, you have to deal with the annoying sticky residue left behind. Squirt a small amount of liquid Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser onto a cloth or sponge, then scrub. The sticky stuff disappears!” — Taste of Home .

About the Author

Randy Clark is a speaker, coach, and author. He publishes a weekly blog at Randy Clark Leadership.com. Randy is passionate about social media, leadership development, and flower gardening. He’s a beer geek, and on weekends (after COVID-19), he can be found fronting the Rock & Roll band Under the Radar. He’s the proud father of two educators; he has four amazing grandchildren and a wife who dedicates her time to helping others. Randy is the author of the Amazon bestseller The New Manager’s Workbook: A crash course in effective management.