Description
Crescent Roll Cinnamon Twists are a quick and delicious treat made by twisting cinnamon-sugar coated crescent roll dough baked to golden perfection and optionally drizzled with a sweet glaze. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or snack time.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Coating
- 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 prepare for baking the twists.
- Prepare the Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface and pinch the seams together to form one large rectangle to hold the filling evenly.
- Mix Sugar and Cinnamon: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly for the perfect sweet and spicy coating.
- Brush with Butter: Using a pastry brush, spread the melted unsalted butter evenly over the entire surface of the dough, which will help the cinnamon sugar stick and add richness.
- Sprinkle Mixture: Evenly sprinkle the sugar and cinnamon mixture over the buttered dough to ensure every bite is flavored.
- Cut and Twist: Slice the dough into 1-inch wide strips, then carefully twist each strip several times and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between twists.
- Bake: Bake the twists for 12 to 15 minutes until they puff up and turn a beautiful golden brown.
- Prepare Glaze (Optional): While the twists bake, whisk together powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth to create a sweet glaze.
- Drizzle and Serve: Once baked and slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze over the warm twists. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top before baking.
- Use light brown sugar instead of granulated sugar for a richer, caramel-like flavor.
- Glazing is optional but adds extra sweetness and a beautiful glossy finish.
- Store leftover twists in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat before serving.
- Make sure to pinch the seams well to prevent filling leakage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cinnamon twists, crescent roll recipe, cinnamon sugar pastry, quick dessert, easy snack
