Description
Cinnamon twists bring sweet Mexican bakery magic to home kitchens with delicate pastry spirals kissed by warm spices. Crispy, golden layers promise a delightful crunch you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 Rhodes dinner rolls, thawed but still cold
- 6 tablespoons (85 g) butter, melted
- ¼ cup (50 g) light brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Dip Ingredients:
- 4 ounces (113 g) cream cheese
- ¾ cup (90 g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Arrange frozen Rhodes rolls on a silicone-lined or greased baking sheet, covering them with non-stick sprayed plastic wrap for gradual thawing at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator.
- Warm the oven to 350°F, preparing for the pastry transformation.
- Stretch each dough ball into a lengthy 14-inch rope, expertly twisting opposing ends 3-4 times and gently pinching to create natural spirals.
- Liquify butter in one shallow vessel while combining cinnamon and sugars in another. Submerge each twisted pastry first in melted butter, then thoroughly coat with the spiced sugar mixture.
- Position the sugar-encrusted twists with modest spacing on the prepared baking sheet.
- Shield the delicate pastries with sprayed plastic wrap, allowing them to rise and develop volume for 15-20 minutes.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, baking until the twists reach an internal temperature of 190-200°F, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Whip cream cheese until silky smooth using an electric mixer, gradually incorporating powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk to create a luxurious dipping sauce.
- Serve warm twists alongside the creamy dip, allowing guests to indulge in the sweet, cinnamon-infused delicacy.
Notes
- Thawing Technique: Let frozen Rhodes rolls defrost slowly at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator to ensure perfect texture and easy handling.
- Shaping Secrets: Create beautiful twists by rolling dough into 14-inch ropes, twisting ends in opposite directions, and allowing the dough to naturally spiral.
- Coating Magic: Generously dip each twist in melted butter, then roll in cinnamon-sugar mixture for a crispy, sweet exterior that caramelizes beautifully during baking.
- Rising Patience: Allow twists to rest and rise slightly before baking, which helps develop a soft, pillowy texture and enhances overall flavor.
- Baking Pro Tip: Watch for golden bottoms and an internal temperature between 190-200°F to ensure perfectly baked, not overdone twists.
- Creamy Companion: Whip up a quick cream cheese dip by blending cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk for a luxurious accompaniment.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus thawing and resting time)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg