Warm Cinnamon Crescent Twists
Warm Cinnamon Crescent Twists are a delightful pastry treat that combines the flaky texture of crescent dough with a sweet cinnamon filling. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, these twists are easy to make and sure to please your family and friends.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper optional
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 pastry brush
- 1 pizza cutter or knife
Ingredients
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough 8 oz each.
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 egg for egg wash
- to taste powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper if desired.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- Unroll one can of crescent dough onto a clean surface and separate it into rectangles.
- Brush the rectangle with melted butter, then sprinkle a generous amount of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top.
- Fold each rectangle in half lengthwise, pressing the edges to seal, then cut the folded dough into strips about 1 inch wide.
- Twist each strip several times to create a spiral shape, then place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush the tops of the twists with the egg wash for a shiny finish.
- Repeat steps 3-7 with the second can of dough.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar, if desired.
Notes
For an extra kick, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
These twists taste best fresh out of the oven but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
You can experiment with different fillings by adding chopped nuts or dried fruit to the cinnamon-sugar mixture.