Cinnamon Twist
Indulge in the irresistible aroma and flavor of homemade Cinnamon Twists! These golden-brown pastries are made with a soft, buttery dough that's twisted with a rich cinnamon-sugar filling, creating layers of warm, spiced sweetness in every bite. Perfectly baked to achieve a light and tender texture, these twists are an ideal breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or dessert. Enhance them with an optional vanilla glaze drizzle for a luscious, bakery-style finish. With simple pantry ingredients like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and ground cinnamon, this recipe is easy to follow, making it a fun baking project for anyone. Serve them warm and watch as these delightful twists disappear in no time! Keywords: cinnamon twists, homemade pastry, cinnamon-sugar filling, easy baking recipe, sweet treat, vanilla glaze.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 120 milliliters Whole milk
- 60 grams Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 Large egg
- 50 grams Light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 30 grams Butter (melted) for filling
- 100 grams Powdered sugar (for optional glaze)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons Milk (for glaze)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
Warm the milk until lukewarm (about 35°C/95°F) and add it to the dry ingredients along with the softened butter and egg.
Mix until a sticky dough forms, then knead on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
In a small bowl, mix the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon for the filling.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a 30x20 cm rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
Brush the melted butter over the rectangle and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top.
Fold the dough in half lengthwise to create a long, narrow rectangle. Cut it into eight 2.5 cm-wide strips.
Take each strip, twist it gently several times, and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cover the twists with a towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Bake the cinnamon twists for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
Optional: Mix powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk to create a smooth glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon twists.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.1 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.8 g | 254% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 2522 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 398.4 g | 145% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.7 g | ||
| Protein | 40.1 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 357 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 742 mg | 16% | |
*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.
