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Cinnamon Twists

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By: Leigh Anne WilkesPosted: 9/21/22Updated: 9/21/22

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Cinnamon Twists

Cinnamon Twists have all the goodness of a cinnamon roll but are just a little more fun to eat when they are long and twisted!

Cinnamon Twists

Why You’ll Love This Recipe!

Over the years I’ve experimented with all different kinds of cinnamon rolls.  You can find a list of a lot of different variations at the end of this post.  Everything from 60 minute cinnamon rolls to cinnamon biscuits!  They are all yummy.  I am easily bored though so I like to come up with different ways to still enjoy the goodness of a cinnamon roll.

With Cinnamon Twists you get all the flavor of a cinnamon roll but in a fun new shape! Twists are lighter than an actual cinnamon roll and are more fun to make and eat.  You can even get the kids to help twist them into shapes.  Let them get creative and see what other shapes they can come up with!

Cinnamon Twists

What are Cinnamon Twists Made From?

Cinnamon Twists are basically a cinnamon roll, just in a different shape and form. You are using a cinnamon roll dough, filling and glaze. Instead of making a round roll you are making a long twist.

Ingredients Needed

  • Milk. I use whole milk or 2 percent but you can use what you have on hand.
  • Sugar. Granulated sugar, powdered sugar and brown sugar
  • Butter. I use salted butter
  • Salt
  • Flour. I prefer unbleached all purpose flour
  • Dry active yeast
  • Eggs
  • Cinnamon
  • Vanilla Extract

Cinnamon Twist Dough

  • In a saucepan, heat 3/4 cup milk, sugar, 1/3 cup butter and salt.  Stir until warm and butter almost melts.  Don’t let it get hot or boil.
  • Combine 1 1/2 cups flour and yeast in a mixer bowl..  
  • Add warm milk mixture into flour mixture along with eggs.  Beat on medium speed for about 3 minutes or until flour is combined.
  • Pour in remaining flour.  Knead until smooth and elastic.
  • Lightly grease a bowl and place dough into bowl, turning to coat both sides with oil.  
  • Cover and let rise in a warm place until double in size (1-2 hours depending on warmth of room)
  • Punch dough down, put onto a lightly floured surface and let rest for 10 minutes. You are now ready to form your cinnamon twists.
Cinnamon Twists

How to Make Cinnamon Twists

  • Roll the dough out into a large 20 x 16 inch rectangle.
  • Cover with cinnamon sugar filling.
  • Use a pizza cutter and cut it into one inch strips.  
  • Fold each strip in half.
  • Twist the two strips together.
  • Place them on a parchment lined baking sheet.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F. for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Cinnamon Twists

Cinnamon Twist Glaze

  • Mix together 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp vanilla and enough milk, 2-3 Tbsps, to make a good drizzling consistency.  
  • Drizzle over twists.
Cinnamon Twists

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will they last?

If stored in an air tight container cinnamon twists will last 2-3 days. If you need them to last longer, wrap them in foil and put them in a freezer zippered bag and freeze.

How do you reheat a cinnamon twist?

Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Place the thawed twist, wrapped in foil in a 350 degree F oven for 10 minutes or until warmed through.

Some other favorite cinnamon roll recipes:

  • One Hour Cinnamon Rolls
  • Cinnamon Rice Krispie Treats
  • Taco Bake Recipe
  • Cinnamon Roll Cake
  • Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls in an Hour

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Cinnamon Twists

Cinnamon Twists

Recipe From: Leigh Anne Wilkes
Cinnamon Twists have all the goodness of a cinnamon roll but are just a little more fun to eat when they are long and twisted!
serves: 20 pieces
Prep:2 hours 25 minutes
Cook:12 minutes
Total:2 hours 37 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup butter divided
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 1/2 – 4 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 2 eggs

Cinnamon Filling

  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Glaze

  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 2-3 Tbsp milk

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a saucepan, heat 3/4 cup milk, sugar, 1/3 cup butter and salt.  Stir until warm and butter almost melts.  Don’t let it get hot or boil.
  • In a mixer bowl combine 1 1/2 cups flour and yeast.  Add warm milk mixture into flour mixture along with eggs.  Beat on medium speed for about 3 minutes or until flour is combined.  Add in remaining flour.  Knead until smooth and elastic.
  • Place dough on surface in the shape of a ball.  Lightly grease a bowl and place dough into bowl, turning to coat both sides with oil.  Cover and let rise in a warm place until double in size (1-2 hours depending on warmth of room)
  • Punch dough down, put onto a lightly floured surface and let rest for 10 minutes
  • Roll dough into a 20 x 16 inch rectangle.
  • In a saucepan melt 1/3 cup butter and add in brown sugar and cinnamon.  Mix well and allow to cool slightly.  Spread over dough.  Cut dough crosswise into twenty one inch strips.
  • Fold each strip in half, end to end and then twist several times.  Arrange on a parchment lined baking sheet.  You will need two pans.  Place twists about 2 inches apart.  Allow to rise until double in size, about 45 minutes
  • Bake in 375 degree oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Mix together powdered sugar, vanilla and enough milk to make a good drizzling consistency.  Drizzle over twists.

Tips & Notes:

How to store leftover cinnamon twists: Store in an air tight container and they will last 2-3 days. If you need them to last longer, wrap them in foil and put them in a freezer zippered bag and freeze.
Thaw them in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in a 350 degree F oven.  Keep them wrapped in foil to reheat.

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 298kcal (15%) Carbohydrates: 59g (20%) Protein: 6g (12%) Fat: 4g (6%) Saturated Fat: 2g (13%) Cholesterol: 26mg (9%) Sodium: 100mg (4%) Potassium: 86mg (2%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 22g (24%) Vitamin A: 133IU (3%) Calcium: 31mg (3%) Iron: 2mg (11%)
* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only. Read full disclosure here.
Course:Breakfast
Cuisine:American
Cinnamon Twists
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  1. Ywelch says

    Posted on 12/12 at 6:55 am

    These were perfect! Very easy recipe to follow. It did take a while, but totally worth it. ❤️

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  2. Geena R says

    Posted on 9/15 at 4:51 pm

    Hi 🙂 thank you for the recipe, I want to try but curious what type of oil should be used to grease the bowl that the dough is placed in and if this effects the flavor!

    Reply
    • Leigh Anne Wilkes says

      Posted on 9/23 at 6:55 am

      Use any mild flavored oil – I usually use canola or vegetable.

      Reply
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