Apple Cider Cinnamon Roll Twists Recipe
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 tube (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza crust dough or crescent sheet
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup apple cider (reduced from 1 cup for maximum flavor)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons apple cider (for the glaze)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, simmer 1 cup of apple cider until it reduces to about 1/4 cup. This takes about 10-15 minutes and concentrates the flavor. Let it cool slightly before using.
- In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until well combined. In another bowl, mix the softened butter with 2 tablespoons of the reduced apple cider until smooth.
- Unroll the dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a large rectangle. Spread the apple-butter mixture evenly over the entire surface. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture generously over the butter.
- 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, approximately 1 inch wide.
- Pick up each strip and twist it several times to create a spiral. Place the twists on the prepared baking sheet, pressing the ends down slightly. Bake for 13-15 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and cooked through.
- While the twists bake, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla, salt, and enough apple cider to reach a drizzling consistency. Drizzle the glaze over the warm twists immediately after removing them from the oven.