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Heavenly Cinnamon Roll Bread Twists
Catherine

Cinnamon Roll Bread twists

These Heavenly Cinnamon Roll Bread Twists are a dreamy blend of soft, buttery dough, swirls of cinnamon-sugar, and a sweet glaze to top it off. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack, these twists are easy to share and impossible to resist!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 twists
Course: Breakfast/Dessert
Cuisine: American-inspired
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough:
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 ¼ teaspoon active dry yeast 1 packet
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup warm milk
  • ¼ cup warm water
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg
For the Cinnamon Filling:
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 –3 tablespoon milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Make the Dough:
  1. In a bowl, mix warm milk, warm water, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Mix and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling:
  1. In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until combined.
Roll and Assemble:
  1. Roll the dough into a large rectangle (about 12x18 inches). Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
  2. Fold the dough in half lengthwise and cut into 1-inch strips. Twist each strip and place on a lined baking sheet. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
Bake:
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the twists for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown.
Add the Glaze:
  1. Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the warm twists.
Serve and Enjoy:
  1. Let cool slightly and serve warm for the ultimate cinnamon roll experience!

Notes

  • Use bread flour for an even fluffier texture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat before serving for the best taste.
  • Add chopped nuts or raisins to the filling for extra flavor.