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Easy Sweet Cinnamon Twists Recipe

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Easy Sweet Cinnamon Twists are warm, flaky pastries filled with a luscious cinnamon-sugar blend, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or special occasions. These twists combine buttery dough with a fragrant cinnamon filling, offering a delightful balance of crispiness and softness that will captivate your family and guests.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Filling

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup brown sugar, packed

Optional for brushing

  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  1. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. This creates a smooth base for the dough.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the beaten egg, vanilla extract, and milk until fully combined with the butter mixture, ensuring an even consistency.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, brown sugar, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a cohesive dough forms.
  4. Chill Dough: Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. This helps firm up the dough for easier handling and rolling.
  5. Prepare Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while the dough chills, ensuring it reaches the correct temperature for baking.
  6. Roll and Cut Dough: On a floured surface, roll the chilled dough to about ¼ inch thickness. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice the dough into strips.
  7. Twist and Arrange: Twist each dough strip gently and place them on a greased non-stick baking pan, spacing them apart to allow for slight expansion during baking.
  8. Optional Egg Wash: For a glossy golden finish, brush each twist lightly with an egg wash made from one beaten egg mixed with one tablespoon of water.
  9. Bake: Bake the twists in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and slightly puffed, indicating they are cooked through.
  10. Cool and Serve: Remove the twists from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving warm with optional icing drizzle or extra cinnamon sugar.

Notes

  • Use fresh yeast for fluffier twists if you adapt the recipe to a yeast dough.
  • Allow dough to rise for 1-2 hours if incorporating yeast, to develop gluten structure and light layers.
  • Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter for clean cuts that maintain twist shape during baking.
  • For extra flavor, add vanilla extract or melted butter to the cinnamon sugar before applying to twists.
  • Brush with egg wash before baking for a shiny, golden crust.
  • Sweet Cinnamon Twists can be prepared ahead and frozen unbaked. Thaw and bake adding a few extra minutes to the bake time.

Keywords: Sweet Cinnamon Twists, Cinnamon Pastry, Easy Cinnamon Snack, Breakfast Pastry, Homemade Cinnamon Twists

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