Warm Cinnamon Crescent Twists
Warm Cinnamon Crescent Twists are a delightful blend of flaky pastry and sweet cinnamon filling that transforms any meal into a special occasion. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can enjoy the warm aroma and comforting flavors that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough on a clean surface; spread melted butter evenly over it.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture across the dough.
- Cut the dough into triangles using a pizza cutter; starting from the widest end, roll each triangle into a twist shape and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before drizzling with powdered sugar mixed with a splash of milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 167
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 165mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or chocolate chips before rolling. To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.