Fluffy, golden, and drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze — a heavenly twist on the classic cinnamon roll!
Soft, golden, and glazed to perfection These Heavenly Cinnamon Roll Breadtwists are everything you love about cinnamon rolls — but easier, faster, and absolutely irresistible!
These warm, buttery breadtwists combine everything you love about cinnamon rolls — soft layers, rich brown sugar, and a silky glaze — all baked into a quick and easy finger-friendly shape. Perfect for cozy mornings, brunch gatherings, or a comforting treat any time of day.
- Do you prefer your cinnamon rolls with nuts, extra icing, or plain and gooey?
- Have you ever baked with crescent dough before — or do you prefer making dough from scratch?
- What’s your favorite drink to pair with cinnamon treats — coffee, hot chocolate, or tea?
- If you could add one twist (literally!) to this recipe — maybe caramel drizzle or apple bits — what would it be?
Prep & Bake Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 8 breadtwists
Ingredients
For the Breadtwists
- 1 can refrigerated crescent dough
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup chopped pecans (optional, for crunch and aroma)
For the Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat & Prepare
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy. - Shape the Dough
Unroll the crescent dough on a lightly floured surface.
Separate it into rectangles by pressing the perforated seams together.
(This ensures a smoother, more uniform twist — a key Pillsbury tip.) - Add Cinnamon Sugar Filling
In a small bowl, mix together granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
Brush the dough rectangles with melted butter, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly on top. - Fold & Twist
Fold each rectangle lengthwise (like a long strip) and press the edges to seal.
Gently twist each folded strip into a spiral — about 2–3 turns — and place them on your prepared baking sheet. - Brown Sugar Drizzle
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt brown sugar with 1 tablespoon butter until smooth and glossy.
Stir in pecans, if using, then drizzle the mixture over your shaped twists.
(This step gives them that caramelized, sticky-sweet finish like in Taste of Home’s version.) - Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the breadtwists are puffed, golden brown, and slightly crisp at the edges.
Remove from oven and cool slightly on a wire rack. - Glaze & Serve
While still warm, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Drizzle generously over the twists. Serve immediately — soft, gooey, and irresistible!
Optional Enhancements
- Apple Cinnamon Version: Add a thin layer of finely chopped apples before twisting.
- Maple Glaze: Replace milk with 1 tbsp maple syrup for a richer flavor.
- Cream Cheese Glaze: Mix 2 oz softened cream cheese into the glaze for extra decadence.
- Nut-Free: Omit pecans — the breadtwists will still be perfectly soft and sweet.
Estimated Nutrition (Per Breadtwist)
- Calories: ~210
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 3g