Description
Warm Cinnamon Crescent Twists are a delightful and easy-to-make breakfast or dessert pastry. Made with buttery crescent roll dough coated in cinnamon sugar, twisted to perfection, baked until golden, and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze, these twists offer a perfect balance of warmth and sweetness, ideal for a cozy morning or an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Sugar Mix
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Glaze
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 teaspoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a flat surface. Press the seams together gently to form one continuous rectangular sheet of dough.
- Make Cinnamon Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create a cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Butter and Sugar the Dough: Brush the melted unsalted butter evenly over the surface of the dough. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly across the entire dough to ensure every bite is flavorful.
- Fold and Seal Dough: Fold the dough in half lengthwise to cover the cinnamon sugar. Gently press down along the fold to seal the layers together, keeping the sugar inside.
- Cut and Twist: Cut the folded dough into 8 equal strips. Take each strip and twist it several times to create the signature twist shape, then place them spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake the twists in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes or until they turn golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Glaze: While the twists bake, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and drizzle-able.
- Glaze and Serve: Remove the twists from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before drizzling the glaze over each warm twist. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar mixture for additional warm spice notes.
- These twists are best enjoyed fresh from the oven for optimal texture and flavor.
- You can reheat leftover twists briefly in the microwave for a few seconds to regain warmth and softness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
