Description
Sweet Cinnamon Twists are delightful, golden-brown pastries made from flaky crescent roll dough, brushed with butter, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, baked to perfection, and finished with a smooth vanilla glaze. This easy recipe yields a crowd-pleasing treat perfect for breakfasts, brunches, or anytime sweet cravings strike.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Dough: Unroll the refrigerated crescent dough onto a clean surface and carefully separate it into triangles along the perforated lines.
- Brush with Butter: Using a pastry brush, coat each dough triangle with melted butter to enhance flavor and help the cinnamon sugar stick.
- Sprinkle Cinnamon Sugar: Combine granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered dough triangles.
- Form Twists: Roll each triangle starting from the wide end toward the pointed tip, twisting gently to form a spiral shape.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the twists on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart to allow for puffing and even baking.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the twists turn golden brown and puff up, indicating they are cooked through.
- Make Glaze: While the twists bake, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and free of lumps.
- Glaze Twists: Remove the baked twists from the oven and drizzle the vanilla glaze over them while they are still warm to allow it to set nicely.
- Serve: Let the twists cool slightly, then serve immediately and enjoy their warm, sweet flavor.
Notes
- Use parchment paper for easier cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- For extra crunch, you can add chopped nuts to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- This recipe can be doubled for larger gatherings.
- Serve the twists warm for best flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat gently before serving.
