Gluten-Free Cinnamon Twists
Indulge in the irresistible charm of these **Gluten-Free Cinnamon Twists**, a perfect treat for anyone craving a touch of sweetness without compromising dietary needs. Featuring a tender, flaky dough made from gluten-free all-purpose flour and a hint of xanthan gum for structure, these twists are swirled with a luscious blend of cinnamon and brown sugar for that classic comforting flavor. The recipe’s simple yet effective techniques, like folding and lightly twisting the dough, create a bakery-style finish with minimal effort. Brushed with butter and baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes, these cinnamon twists make an ideal snack, breakfast, or dessert. Whether you’re gluten-sensitive or simply looking to try something new, these cinnamon twists are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.75 cup cold buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, xanthan gum, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl, combine the buttermilk and vanilla extract. Pour this into the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently to bring it together. Roll the dough out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
Brush the dough with the beaten egg. In another bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon and brown sugar. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the dough.
Fold the long sides of the dough toward the center, overlapping slightly. Gently roll it out again to seal and flatten slightly.
Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into strips about 1 inch wide.
Twist each strip gently and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush each twist with melted butter to help them brown nicely during baking.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the twists are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.1 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.6 g | 428% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 545 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 2865 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 330.4 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.8 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 412 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 508 mg | 11% | |
*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.
