Description
These Crescent Roll Cinnamon Twists are a quick and delicious treat, combining flaky crescent roll dough with a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating and an optional creamy glaze. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack, these twists are easy to make and bake to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Optional Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the twists evenly.
- Prepare the Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean work surface and pinch the seams together carefully to form a single rectangular sheet, which helps prevent the filling from leaking.
- Mix Sugar and Cinnamon: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create an even cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Brush with Butter: Using a pastry brush, evenly coat the entire surface of the dough with the melted unsalted butter; this helps the cinnamon sugar stick and adds rich flavor.
- Sprinkle Mixture: Generously sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough to cover all areas for maximum flavor in every bite.
- Cut and Twist: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the dough into 1-inch wide strips. Take each strip, twist it gently several times, then place the twists onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving some space between each for expansion.
- Bake: Bake the twists in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until they turn a beautiful golden brown, indicating they are cooked through and flaky.
- Prepare Glaze (Optional): While the twists bake, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until the glaze is smooth and pourable.
- Drizzle and Serve: Once baked, allow the twists to cool slightly for a few minutes, then drizzle the glaze over the warm twists. Serve immediately to enjoy their gooey, sweet goodness.
Notes
- Seal the Seams: Be sure to pinch the seams of the crescent roll dough securely to prevent the cinnamon sugar mixture from leaking out during baking.
- Don’t Overbake: Watch the twists closely in the oven to avoid drying them out; they should be golden brown but still tender and soft inside.
- Serve Warm: These cinnamon twists are best enjoyed warm right out of the oven to experience their full flaky and gooey texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cinnamon twists, crescent roll recipe, easy cinnamon pastry, sweet twists, cinnamon sugar snack, baked cinnamon dessert
