Mimi's Sour Cream Twists

Indulge in the buttery, flaky perfection of Mimi's Sour Cream Twists, a delightful pastry recipe that marries layers of tender dough with a sweet, caramelized sugar crust. These homemade treats are crafted from a simple yeast-based dough enriched with luscious sour cream and a hint of vanilla, creating a soft, pillowy texture. The dough undergoes a unique folding and rolling process to infuse every bite with irresistible sweetness while yielding beautifully crisp, golden-brown twists. Perfect for baking enthusiasts, this recipe requires just a touch of patience with its overnight dough refrigeration, but the results are well worth the wait. Serve these stunning pastries fresh from the oven as a standout addition to brunch spreads, coffee breaks, or dessert platters.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:102 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.25 cup Warm water
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 Egg yolk
• 1 Egg white

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 2

In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

Step 3

Add the yeast mixture, sour cream, vanilla extract, egg yolk, and 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar to the flour and butter mixture. Mix until the dough comes together and is soft but not sticky.

Step 4

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Step 5

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

Step 6

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a rectangle approximately 12x18 inches. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of sugar evenly over the dough.

Step 7

Fold the rectangle into thirds, like folding a letter. Rotate the dough 90 degrees, then roll out again into a 12x18 inch rectangle. Sprinkle another 1/2 cup of sugar on top and repeat the folding and rolling process one more time to create multiple sugary layers.

Step 8

Roll the final rectangle to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into 1x4 inch strips with a knife or pizza cutter, then twist each strip gently and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Brush each twist lightly with the egg white for a golden finish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the twists are puffed and golden brown.

Step 11

Let cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1076.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3644.2

Total Fat 150.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 547.5mg	0%
Sodium 1423.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 544.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 267.4g
Protein 54.6g	0%

Vitamin D 18.2IU	0%
Calcium 405.7mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 634.0mg	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: 36.1%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 58.1%