Description
Cinnamon twist rolls are sweet, soft, and flaky pastries with a rich cinnamon flavor. They make a perfect breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add milk and stir until a dough forms.
- Roll dough into a rectangle on a floured surface.
- Brush with melted butter, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Fold the dough in half and cut into strips.
- Twist each strip and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use cold butter for a flaky texture.
- Adjust cinnamon to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, sweet pastries, dessert recipe