Easy Fast Cinnamon Twist (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 1/2 cups warm water
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1 tablespoon dry active yeast
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt
→ Filling
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2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
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1/2 cup packed brown sugar
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2 teaspoons cinnamon
→ Buttery Glaze
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1 cup powdered sugar
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4 tablespoons room temperature butter
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3-4 tablespoons heavy cream
→ Cream Cheese Frosting
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2 ounces cream cheese, softened
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4 tablespoons salted butter, room temperature
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2/3 cup powdered sugar
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Warm Vanilla Frosting
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2 cups powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons salted butter, room temperature
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2-4 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
# Instructions:
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Combine warm water, yeast, and sugar in a mixer. Mix and allow to proof for about 5 minutes until foamy.
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Add salt and flour to the mixture. Knead on medium speed until dough is smooth and elastic. Turn onto a floured counter and let rise, covered, for 10 minutes.
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Roll dough into a 10x12-inch rectangle. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
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Roll dough lengthwise into a log. Slice down the center, leaving 1/2 inch at one end attached. Twist the dough ropes and tuck the ends underneath.
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Place the twisted dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with a tea towel and let rise for 20 minutes while preheating the oven.
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Bake at 375°F for 23-25 minutes until lightly golden. Allow to cool slightly before adding glaze.
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Mix glaze or frosting ingredients and spread onto the twist after it has cooled for 10-15 minutes.
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Combine room temperature butter and cream cheese. Add vanilla extract and powdered sugar, whipping until creamy. Spread on the twist once warm.
# Notes:
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Tightly rolling the dough will create more defined layers in the finished twist.
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This recipe yields one large cinnamon twist that can be sliced into up to 12 portions.