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Home » Recipes » Cinnamon Twists

Cinnamon Twists

By: Liz  /  Published: July 12, 2018  /  Updated: August 30, 2022  /   Leave a comment

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You know what I love about these cinnamon twists? Everything! The soft and chewy dessert sticks ooze such a buttery, rich and delicious cinnamon toast flavor. And they’re really fun to make because of all the kneading, twisting and oh, so satisfying bread yeast smell.

I’m not the only one who loves the smell of bread yeast, right?

cinnamon twists on plate

Set aside the morning or afternoon to make these.

They’re worth it; I promise you that.

cinnamon twists on plate

And the science that turns a newly mixed up dough like this…

bread dough before rising

… into this because of the addition of yeast never ceases to amaze me.

bread dough after rising

Also punching it down after rising is entirely too much fun.

punched down bread dough

That’s when it’s ready to be slathered with all the buttery, brown sugar-cinnamon goodness and it rests for a bit before being cut into strips.

cutting dough into breadsticks with pastry wheel

Those strips get twisted and placed on a baking sheet to rise for a little while before baking.

twisted breadsticks on baking sheet

After baking, you’ll probably want to eat some immediately. I encourage this. You earned it.

baked cinnamon twists on baking sheet

But a drizzle of glaze over the top is a delightful finishing touch if you can stand waiting.

drizzled icing on cinnamon twists

Dig in, but by all means, share them with everyone! The recipe makes four dozen, so there’s enough to be a giver.

cinnamon twists on table with coffee

Enjoy!

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Cinnamon Twists

Liz – Eat Move Make
Soft and chewy dessert sticks ooze a buttery, rich and delicious cinnamon toast flavor.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Rise Time 1 hr 30 mins
Total Time 2 hrs 5 mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 48
Calories 59 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/4 oz package active dry yeast
  • ¾ cup warm water 110° to 115°, divided
  • 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour divided
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
  • ½ cup warm milk 110° to 115°
  • ¼ cup butter softened
  • 1 egg

FILLING:

  • ⅓ cup butter melted
  • ¾ cup brown sugar packed
  • 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup of the warm water, making sure to check temperature. Add 2 cups of  the flour, sugar, salt, milk, butter, egg and the rest of the warm water. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes. Add remaining flour gradually until a soft dough is formed. 
  • Turn onto a floured surface. Knead dough until it loses its stickiness and is smooth and elastic (about 10 minutes).  Place in a greased bowl, turning once to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Punch down dough. Roll into a large rectangle (12×16-inches). Brush with butter. Combine brown sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over butter. Let dough rest for 8-10 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cut lengthwise into three 4-inch by 16-inch strips. Then cut from top to bottom into one-inch wide strips (yielding 48 pieces total). Twist each strip a couple times and place on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. Bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to cooling rack. Glaze if desired.
All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only and nutrition may vary according to exact products and the online nutrition calculator being used. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on EatMoveMake.com should only be used as a general guideline.

Nutrition

Calories: 59kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 48mgPotassium: 15mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 78IUCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mg
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Liz is a midwestern mom gone southern (accent in transition). She lives in North Carolina and loves cooking, baking, traveling, movies, crafts, hot and cold tea, wine, pizza and the occasional nap. She also revels in the fact she's a crazy cat lady.

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