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A bowl filled with several twisted cinnamon breadsticks sits on a wooden surface, next to a green cloth. The golden brown treats, made from a classic cinnamon twists recipe, showcase visible swirls and crispy edges.

Cinnamon Twists Recipe Using Rhodes Rolls

Melissa Griffiths
My Cinnamon Twists Recipe combines buttery Rhodes rolls with warm cinnamon and sugar. The result? Delightfully twisted pastries that are even more fun to eat than traditional cinnamon rolls!
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12 rolls
Calories 160 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 Rhodes rolls (thawed)
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Let rolls thaw out until soft but still slightly cold.
  • Preheat oven to 400ºF.
  • Melt butter, sugar, and cinnamon together.
  • Roll each piece of dough into 6-inch long ropes on a lightly floured surface, keeping them uniform in thickness.
  • Brush the dough with the cinnamon-butter mixture, covering all of the surfaces to the edges.
  • Twist each dough strip by holding both ends and rotating in opposite directions to create the classic cinnamon twist shape.
  • Place on a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each twist, and let rise for 15-20 minutes until slightly puffed.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the rolls are nicely golden brown and done on the inside.

Notes

Homemade Roll Dough: If you'd like to make homemade roll dough, try out my delicious Feather Roll recipe!
Make-Ahead Option: The butter-cinnamon mixture can be prepared up to a week in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Simply reheat it gently before using, or let it come to room temperature until it's brushable but not completely melted.
Flavor Enhancement: For deeper cinnamon flavor, try using Ceylon cinnamon instead of regular cassia cinnamon. You can also toast whole cinnamon sticks and grind them fresh for maximum impact.
Storage
  • Store cinnamon twists in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 256mgPotassium: 52mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 119IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg
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