Description
Warm Cinnamon Crescent Twists are a delicious and easy-to-make pastry that combine flaky crescent roll dough with a fragrant cinnamon sugar coating. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these twists are buttery, sweet, and topped with a simple powdered sugar glaze that adds just the right amount of sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry and Filling
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Glaze
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 teaspoons milk
Baking Supplies
- Parchment paper or nonstick spray
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Dough Rectangles: Unroll the refrigerated crescent roll dough onto your work surface. Press the perforations together to separate the dough into 4 solid rectangles instead of triangles.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Butter and Sprinkle: Brush each dough rectangle generously with melted butter. Then evenly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the buttered surface, ensuring an even coating for maximum flavor.
- Fold and Slice: Fold each cinnamon sugar coated rectangle in half lengthwise, pressing lightly to seal. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice each folded rectangle into 3 equal strips.
- Twist and Arrange: Take each strip and gently twist it to create a spiral. Place each twist on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Bake: Bake the cinnamon twists in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes or until they turn golden brown and puff up.
- Prepare Glaze: While the twists are baking, mix the powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth. Add vanilla extract if using for extra flavor.
- Glaze and Serve: Once the twists come out of the oven and are still warm, drizzle them with the powdered sugar glaze. Serve immediately for the best taste.
Notes
- Add a dash of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar mixture for an extra warm and spicy flavor.
- These twists are best served fresh from the oven for optimal crispness and flavor.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
- You can substitute milk with almond milk or any other milk alternative for a dairy-free glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
