Description
Sweet Cinnamon Twists are a delightful and easy-to-make pastry using refrigerated crescent roll dough. These twists are brushed with butter, coated in a cinnamon-sugar mixture, baked until golden and flaky, then finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a tasty snack.
Ingredients
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Crescent Rolls
- 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Glaze
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Prepare the Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface and separate it into individual triangles along the perforated lines for easy handling.
- Brush with Butter: Using a pastry brush, evenly coat each dough triangle with the melted butter to help the cinnamon sugar stick and add flavor.
- Add Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon together. Sprinkle this mixture generously over each buttered dough triangle.
- Form Twists: Roll each triangle starting from the wide end toward the pointed tip, creating a twist shape that will puff up while baking.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the twisted dough pieces on the lined baking sheet, spacing them apart to allow for expansion during baking.
- Bake: Bake the twists in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they are golden brown and nicely puffed up.
- Prepare Glaze: While baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and slightly runny for drizzling.
- Glaze the Twists: Remove the twists from the oven and immediately drizzle the glaze over them while still warm for maximum absorption and sweetness.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly and enjoy these delicious cinnamon twists fresh for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can adjust the cinnamon and sugar ratio to taste if you prefer a sweeter or spicier twist.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking without added grease.
- The glaze can be thickened or thinned by adjusting the powdered sugar and milk quantities.
- Serve these twists warm for the best texture and flavor experience.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container; reheat gently in the oven to refresh crispness.
