Cinnamon Twists – Easy Sweet and Crispy Pastry Recipe
These Cinnamon Twists are golden, crispy, and coated with sweet cinnamon sugar. An easy pastry recipe perfect for breakfast, dessert, or snack time.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Knife or pizza cutter
- Rolling Pin
- Baking tray
- Parchment paper
- Oven
- Pastry brush (optional for glazing)
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) fresh yeast or instant yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- ½ tsp salt
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Filling:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar (or white sugar)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon (or fresh cinnamon, finely ground)
Optional Toppings/Glazes:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp milk or cream
- Chocolate drizzle, caramel, or chopped nuts
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- Activate yeast in warm milk with 1 tsp sugar.Combine with flour, butter, remaining sugar, and salt.Knead 8–10 minutes until smooth.Cover and let rise 1–2 hours until doubled.
Roll and Fill:
- Roll dough into a ¼ inch thick rectangle.Spread softened butter evenly.Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Shape the Twists:
- Cut into strips and twist each strip several times.Place on parchment-lined tray, leaving space between twists.
Bake:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).Bake 12–15 minutes until golden and slightly crisp.Brush with melted butter if desired.
Optional Glaze:
- Mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth.Drizzle over slightly cooled twists.
Notes
- Shortcut: Use puff pastry for quicker twists.
- Flavor Variations: Add cocoa, chocolate drizzle, or switch to savory with cheese and herbs.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Tips: Use fresh cinnamon, measure flour carefully, and proof dough properly for best results.