Best 5 Cinnamon Doughnut Twists Recipes

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Indulge in the irresistible charm of cinnamon doughnut twists, a delightful treat that tantalizes taste buds with its perfect balance of sweetness and spice. These delectable twists are meticulously crafted from a pillowy-soft dough that's infused with warm cinnamon sugar, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a world of pure indulgence.

This article presents a collection of three enticing recipes that cater to diverse preferences. The classic cinnamon doughnut twists recipe offers a timeless taste that never fails to satisfy, while the baked cinnamon doughnut twists provide a guilt-free alternative that's equally delicious. For those with a sweet tooth, the maple-glazed cinnamon doughnut twists are a heavenly creation that will leave you craving more.

Each recipe is meticulously explained with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even novice bakers can achieve doughnut-twist perfection. Detailed ingredient lists and helpful tips guarantee a hassle-free baking experience, allowing you to focus on savoring the delightful outcome.

So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Let's twist, bake, and glaze our way to cinnamon doughnut bliss!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CINNAMON TWISTS



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These delightful golden twists are perfect for a spring brunch or lunch. The brown sugar and cinnamon give them a delicate spicy flavor. People can rarely eat just one. -Janet Mooberry, Peoria, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Brunch     Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°), divided
4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 large egg, room temperature
FILLING:
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup warm water. Add 2 cups of flour, sugar, salt, milk, butter, egg and remaining water; beat on medium speed 3 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch down dough. Roll into a 16x12-in. rectangle. Brush with butter. Combine brown sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over butter. Let dough rest for 6 minutes. Cut lengthwise into three 16x4-in. strips. Cut each strip into sixteen 4x1-in. pieces. Twist and place on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 350° 15 minutes or until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CINNAMON BAKED DOUGHNUTS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 35m

Yield 12 doughnuts

Number Of Ingredients 14

Baking spray with flour, such as Baker's Joy
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 extra-large egg, lightly beaten
1 1/4 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray 2 doughnut pans well.
  • Into a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  • Spoon the batter into the baking pans, filling each one a little more than three-quarters full. Bake for 17 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then tap the doughnuts out onto a sheet pan.
  • For the topping, melt the 8 tablespoons of butter in an 8-inch saute pan. Combine the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Dip each doughnut first in the butter and then in the cinnamon sugar, either on one side or both sides.

CINNAMON TWISTS



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Shake on the cinnamon, and everyone will twist and shout over these light buttery cookies.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 egg
1 3/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Mix sugar, butter, vanilla and egg in large bowl. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt. Divide dough in half; stir cinnamon into one half.
  • Shape 1 level teaspoonful dough from each half into 3-inch rope. Place ropes side by side; twist gently. Repeat with remaining dough. Place twists about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until very light brown. Remove from cookie sheet. Cool on wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 60 mg

3-INGREDIENT CINNAMON-SUGAR TWISTS



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These buttery, flaky twists have a crispy, warmly spiced glaze.

Provided by Dawn Perry

Categories     3-Ingredient Recipes     Cinnamon     Phyllo/Puff Pastry Dough     Dessert     snack     Bread     Bake

Yield Makes 12-18 twists

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of kosher salt
14-17 ounces frozen puff pastry, thawed

Steps:

  • Arrange racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 400°F. Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment. Mix sugar, cinnamon, and salt on a large plate. Fill a small bowl or glass with cold water.
  • Roll out pastry between 2 sheets of parchment until short side is 10" long and dough is about 1/8" thick. Freeze dough 5 minutes. Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut dough crosswise into 1" strips. Transfer half of strips to refrigerator. Working one at a time, brush strip lightly with water (or use your fingertips), then immediately transfer to sugar mixture and turn to coat.
  • Starting from the middle, use both hands to twist dough to the ends. Transfer to prepared sheet, arranging twists vertically. Repeat with remaining dough. Freeze 10 minutes.
  • Bake twists, rotating sheets front to back and top to bottom halfway through, until golden brown and beginning to caramelize, 18-20 minutes. Using tongs, immediately lift twists from parchment and let cool with 1 end on rim of baking sheet (work carefully, sugar coating will be very hot).

CINNAMON TWISTS



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Bake these fabulous cinnamon twists for an on-the-go breakfast or sweet treat. They take a little effort but are well worth it

Provided by Liberty Mendez

Categories     Afternoon tea, Breakfast, Brunch, Treat

Time 1h

Yield Makes 16-18

Number Of Ingredients 11

275g whole milk
40g unsalted butter , cubed
500g strong white flour , plus extra for dusting
7g dried active yeast
50g caster sugar
1 small egg , plus 1 egg, beaten, for glazing
75g butter , melted
150g caster sugar
3 tsp ground cinnamon
50g caster sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Heat the milk and butter in a small pan until the butter has melted. Allow to cool slightly - the milk should be warm, not hot. Put the flour in a large mixing bowl with a pinch of salt to one side of the bowl. Add the yeast into the flour on the other side of the bowl, so it's not touching the salt. Pour in the sugar, then mix it all together.
  • Gradually pour the warm milk into the dry ingredients, mixing with your hands until you have a relatively sticky dough. You may not need all of the milk. Add in the egg and continue to work until combined.
  • Lightly dust a surface with flour and tip out the dough. It will be quite wet - the more you knead it, the easier it will become. Knead for around 10 mins until you have a smooth dough. Put in a lightly floured bowl to prove for 1 hr or until doubled in size.
  • To make the filling, mix the melted butter, sugar and cinnamon together until you get a smooth paste. Set aside.
  • Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to around a 30 x 40cm rectangle. Spread over the filling using a palette knife until the dough is completely covered.
  • Fold in half widthways and cut into 16-18 strips down the shortest side. Twist both ends of each strip in opposite directions until a spiral shape forms. Holding one end in your hand, wrap the rest of the dough around it and over, pressing the ends into the bottom of the bun so it doesn't unravel during cooking.
  • Lay on two lined baking trays spaced 5cm apart. Leave to prove for 30-45 mins until risen slightly. Heat the oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Brush the tops of the buns with a little egg and bake for 18-20 mins until golden. Don't worry if a little cinnamon butter comes out.
  • For the coating, mix together the sugar and cinnamon. Whilst still warm, toss the buns in the sugar and eat straight away.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • To make sure your doughnuts are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center of one. If it comes out clean, they're done.
  • For a fun twist, try adding different flavors to your doughnuts. Some popular options include chocolate, vanilla, and maple.
  • If you don't have a deep fryer, you can also fry your doughnuts in a large pot of oil. Just be sure to use a candy thermometer to make sure the oil is at the right temperature.
  • To make sure your glaze is smooth and lump-free, whisk it vigorously before using.
  • For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of white sugar in your glaze.

Conclusion:

Cinnamon doughnut twists are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're serving them for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, these doughnuts are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these cinnamon doughnut twists a try!

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