CRISPY CINNAMON TWISTS

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I'm in my 80s and still enjoy making all my old recipe. These crispy twists bake up nice and sweet.-Lois Heffelfinger, Hamilton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup sour cream
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, dissolve 1 tablespoon sugar in warm water. Add yeast; let stand for 5 minutes. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in butter and shortening until crumbly., Combine the sour cream, eggs and vanilla; stir into flour mixture. Stir in yeast mixture until well blended (do not knead). Divide dough into four sections. Wrap each section in plastic; refrigerate for at least 2 hours., Combine cinnamon and remaining sugar; sprinkle 3-4 tablespoons on a work surface. Place one portion of the dough on cinnamon-sugar. Roll out to a 9x6-in. rectangle., Sprinkle center third of dough with 1 tablespoon cinnamon-sugar. Fold one unsugared section over center. Sprinkle top of dough with 1 tablespoon cinnamon-sugar., Bring remaining section of dough over cinnamon sugar and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar. Roll dough into a 12x8-in. rectangle. Cut into twelve 1-in. strips. Twist each strip several times. Repeat with the remaining dough., Place strips on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Lynn Ferguson
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I'm not a big fan of sweets, but these twists look so good that I might have to make an exception.


Dikete Titus Paballo Makhafola
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I'm not sure how these twists will turn out, but I'm excited to try them.


Sherlock Syfox
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This recipe seems a bit complicated, but I'm up for a challenge.


anne uloaku
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I'm not sure if I have all of the ingredients for this recipe, but I'm going to see what I can find.


Rassedujjaman Rafin
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I'm not a big fan of cinnamon, but these twists look so good that I'm willing to give them a try.


Lexi Bee
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These twists look so good! I can't wait to make them for my family.


Asian Kiranti
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I'm always looking for new cinnamon twist recipes. I'll definitely be trying this one.


Mo2men Zone
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I'm not much of a baker, but these twists look easy enough for me to make. I'm going to give them a try.


Nicholas Jackson
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These twists sound delicious! I can't wait to try them.


Seanokeng Kerekilwe
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I love the way these twists look! They're so festive and perfect for any occasion.


Simone Cristina
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These were a big hit at my son's birthday party. Thanks for sharing the recipe!


Alvaro Galiano
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So easy and yummy! I'll definitely be making these again.


Abdi Nuure
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These twists were delicious! I made them for a party and they were gone in minutes. Everyone loved them.


Moulana Elias
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I've tried many cinnamon twist recipes, but this one is by far the best. The dough is so soft and fluffy, and the cinnamon sugar filling is just perfect.


PAGLA BABA
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These cinnamon twists were a hit with my family! They were so easy to make and tasted amazing. I'll definitely be making them again soon.