Apple Cider Cinnamon Roll Twists Recipe
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh apple cider (reduced to 1/4 cup)
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough or puff pastry
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Reduce the Apple Cider – Place the 1 cup of apple cider in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Simmer for about 10-12 minutes until it has reduced to approximately 1/4 cup. This creates a thick, flavorful syrup. Let it cool slightly before using.
- Step 2: Prepare the Filling – In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until a smooth paste forms. Stir in 2 tablespoons of your reduced apple cider syrup, saving the rest for the glaze.
- Step 3: Roll and Spread – Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out your dough on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle. Spread the cinnamon-apple butter mixture evenly over the entire surface of the dough.
- Step 4: Fold and Cut – Fold the dough in half lengthwise so the filling is encased. Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut the dough into 12 even strips, roughly 1 inch wide each.
- Step 5: Twist and Shape – Take each strip and twist it several times to create a spiral effect. Place the twists on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, pressing the ends down slightly to secure them.
- Step 6: Bake the Twists – Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the pan for 5 minutes.
- Step 7: Glaze and Serve – Whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla, the remaining reduced apple cider, and enough milk to reach a drizzling consistency. Drizzle the glaze generously over the warm twists and serve immediately.