Cinnamon Twigs

Delight your taste buds with these crunchy, golden-brown Cinnamon Twigs—an irresistible blend of buttery pastry and warm cinnamon-sugar goodness. Perfectly crisp and delicately twisted, these treats are crafted from scratch using cold cubed butter, a touch of light brown sugar, and aromatic ground cinnamon for a comforting flavor profile. With an easy-to-follow recipe and minimal prep time, these homemade cinnamon twists make an excellent snack for cozy afternoons or as a crowd-pleasing addition to your dessert table. Serve them alongside a steaming cup of coffee or hot cocoa for the ultimate indulgence. Whether you're baking for a holiday party or just craving something sweet, these Cinnamon Twigs are the perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:43 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 240 grams all-purpose flour
• 170 grams unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 50 grams granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 60 milliliters ice water
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 50 grams light brown sugar
• 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.

Step 4

Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a ½ cm (1/4 inch) thickness.

Step 7

Combine the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.

Step 8

Brush the rolled-out dough with the beaten egg, then evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top.

Step 9

Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the dough into thin strips about 1 cm wide and 10-12 cm long.

Step 10

Twist each strip gently to create a spiral shape and place them on the prepared baking sheet, slightly spaced apart.

Step 11

Bake for 16-18 minutes or until the Cinnamon Twigs are golden and crisp.

Step 12

Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(629.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2557.5

Total Fat 145.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 557.1mg	0%
Sodium 1291.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 287.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 101.0g
Protein 32.7g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 179.9mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 447.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 44.5%