Description
Heavenly Cinnamon Roll Breadtwists are quick and delicious twisted pastries made from refrigerated crescent dough, brushed with cinnamon sugar, and baked to golden perfection. Finished with a sweet vanilla glaze, these breadtwists offer the perfect combination of soft, buttery texture and warm cinnamon flavor, ideal for breakfast or a comforting snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Toppings
- 1 can refrigerated crescent dough
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Vanilla Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Dough Sheet: Unroll the refrigerated crescent dough onto a clean surface and firmly press the seams together to create one uniform sheet of dough without perforations.
- Add Butter and Cinnamon Sugar: Brush the entire surface of the dough with melted unsalted butter. Then evenly sprinkle the mixture of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon over the buttered dough for sweet, aromatic flavor.
- Slice and Twist: Cut the dough sheet into 1-inch wide strips. Take each strip and twist it several times to form beautiful twisted shapes, then place them spaced on the lined baking sheet.
- Add Brown Sugar and Pecans: Sprinkle the tops of each twisted strip with packed brown sugar and, if desired, chopped pecans for added crunch and richness.
- Bake: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the twists turn golden brown and puff up nicely.
- Prepare Vanilla Glaze: While the twists bake, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
- Cool and Glaze: Remove the baked twists from the oven and let them cool slightly. Then drizzle the vanilla glaze generously over the warm twists for a luscious finishing touch.
- Serve: Enjoy the cinnamon roll breadtwists warm to savor their soft texture and sweet, spiced flavor.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, toast the pecans lightly before sprinkling.
- If you prefer a thicker glaze, reduce the milk quantity slightly.
- These twists are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- To reheat, warm them in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes to regain softness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute melted butter with coconut oil and use non-dairy milk in the glaze.
