Cinnamon Twigs
Delight your taste buds with these crunchy, golden-brown Cinnamon Twigs—an irresistible blend of buttery pastry and warm cinnamon-sugar goodness. Perfectly crisp and delicately twisted, these treats are crafted from scratch using cold cubed butter, a touch of light brown sugar, and aromatic ground cinnamon for a comforting flavor profile. With an easy-to-follow recipe and minimal prep time, these homemade cinnamon twists make an excellent snack for cozy afternoons or as a crowd-pleasing addition to your dessert table. Serve them alongside a steaming cup of coffee or hot cocoa for the ultimate indulgence. Whether you're baking for a holiday party or just craving something sweet, these Cinnamon Twigs are the perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 grams all-purpose flour
- 170 grams unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 60 milliliters ice water
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 50 grams light brown sugar
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a ½ cm (1/4 inch) thickness.
Combine the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
Brush the rolled-out dough with the beaten egg, then evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top.
Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the dough into thin strips about 1 cm wide and 10-12 cm long.
Twist each strip gently to create a spiral shape and place them on the prepared baking sheet, slightly spaced apart.
Bake for 16-18 minutes or until the Cinnamon Twigs are golden and crisp.
Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.1 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.3 g | 446% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 557 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 1292 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 287.9 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.7 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 447 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
