Swedish Cinnamon Twists

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Sweet and tempting Swedish Cinnamon Twists to satisfy your cravings
in Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup buttermilk
1 cup butter , divided
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon yeast
6 tablespoons sugar , divided
1/4 cup hot water
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup powdered milk
4 cups flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 -2 tablespoon hot water , more as needed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
468
Sugar
33g
Fat
25g
Swedish Cinnamon Twists are one of the most popular pastries in Sweden. These twisted sweet treats are perfect for breakfast or brunch, and can also be enjoyed as a snack or dessert. They are a delicious combination of butter, cinnamon, and sugar, and the chopped nuts add a crunchy texture to the pastry. These twists are perfect for sharing with friends and family or for indulging your sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, combine the buttermilk, 1/2 cup melted butter, baking soda, yeast, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Mix well and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes.
2.In a large bowl, beat the eggs, salt, and powdered milk together.
3.Add the buttermilk mixture to the egg mixture and mix well.
4.Slowly add the flour to the mixture and knead the dough until smooth and elastic.
5.Cover the dough and let it rise for 1 hour.
6.In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, chopped nuts, and the remaining 4 tablespoons of sugar.
7.Roll out the dough into a rectangle.
8.Brush 1/4 cup of melted butter onto the dough.
9.Sprinkle the sugar mixture on top of the butter.
10.Fold the dough in half and press the edges together.
11.Cut the dough into strips and twist each strip.
12.Place the twisted strips onto a greased baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 15-20 minutes.
13.In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of melted butter, and hot water until smooth.
14.Drizzle the glaze over the twists and serve warm.

PROS

These Swedish Cinnamon Twists are warm, sweet, and buttery.

Perfect for breakfast or brunch.

CONS

These twists are high in calories, sugar and fat content, should not be consumed often.

The process of twisting the dough can be a bit tricky, so make sure to follow the instructions carefully.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Though not the healthiest option, cinnamon has been linked to aiding in regulating blood sugar levels and reducing inflammation.
Nuts are also a great source of protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. They have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease.

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