Easy Cinnamon Twist Loaf

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The Easy Cinnamon Twist Loaf transforms classic cinnamon roll flavors into a beautifully braided bread that's perfect for sharing. Layers of soft, fluffy dough are filled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture, then twisted into an eye-catching loaf that bakes to golden perfection. Topped with creamy vanilla frosting, this loaf is ideal for brunch, dessert, or any special occasion.

Course Breads, Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword cinnamon bread, cinnamon rolls, cinnamon twists

Prep Time 1

Cook Time 30

Total Time 1 30

Servings servings

Calories 299kcal

Author Laura

Equipment

Ingredients

Dough:

1 ½ cups warm water
1 Tbsp active dry yeast
2 Tbsp sugar
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt

Filling:

2 Tbsp butter melted
½ cup brown sugar packed
2 tsp cinnamon

Frosting:

2 cups powdered sugar
2 Tbsp butter room temp
2 tsp vanilla extract
2-4 Tbsp milk or heavy cream

Instructions

In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm water with yeast and sugar. Mix and allow to proof for about 5 minutes or until foamy.
Add the salt and 3 1/2 cups flour to the bowl. Mix on medium speed with the dough hook until well combined. Dough should be smooth and elastic. Allow to rise covered with a tea towel for about 10 minutes.
Spray non stick cooking spray on your work space and turn out the dough. Spray the top of the dough with non-stick spray. Roll the dough out into a 10×12 rectangle. Brush rectangle with melted butter.
In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon and brown sugar together. Then sprinkle over the dough and spread out evenly the dough, leaving 1 inch on a long edge of the dough uncovered.
Roll dough toward the uncovered edge like you’re making cinnamon rolls. Pinch the dough to seal the seam.
Place the roll to a baking sheet. With a pastry knife or sharp knife make a slice down the center of the roll slicing it in half, but leave about a 1/2 inch attached at one end. Cut side up, twist dough ropes and tuck ends under.
Preheat oven to 170 degrees and then turn off. Cover with a flour sack towl and place in the oven to rise for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven.
Bake at 375° for 23-25 minutes or until lightly golden. Allow to cool for 10 or so minutes before adding frosting.
For the frosting: Mix ingredients together. Spread the frosting over the loaf after it has cooled for about 10 minutes. It will melt onto the twist and create a sweet and delicious topping!

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