Gluten-Free Cinnamon Twists

Indulge in the irresistible aroma and flavor of these Gluten-Free Cinnamon Twists—perfectly soft, flaky, and packed with a sweet cinnamon-sugar filling. Crafted with a blend of gluten-free all-purpose flour and xanthan gum for the ultimate texture, these twists are ideal for anyone following a gluten-free diet without compromising on taste. The recipe combines buttery layers, a rich cinnamon-brown sugar blend, and a touch of vanilla for a bakery-worthy treat made from scratch at home. Brushed with melted butter and oven-baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes, these twists are an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack. Serve them warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.75 cup cold buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg, beaten
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons melted butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, xanthan gum, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine the buttermilk and vanilla extract. Pour this into the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently to bring it together. Roll the dough out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 6

Brush the dough with the beaten egg. In another bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon and brown sugar. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the dough.

Step 7

Fold the long sides of the dough toward the center, overlapping slightly. Gently roll it out again to seal and flatten slightly.

Step 8

Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into strips about 1 inch wide.

Step 9

Twist each strip gently and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

Brush each twist with melted butter to help them brown nicely during baking.

Step 11

Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the twists are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	757.1 grams (757.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2601

Total Fat 142.10g	182%
Saturated Fat 85.60g	428%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 545mg	182%
Sodium 2865mg	125%
Total Carbohydrate 330.40g	120%
Dietary Fiber 10.40g	37%
Total Sugars 105.80g
Protein 19.50g	39%

Vitamin D 217IU	1087%
Calcium 412mg	32%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 509mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.7%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 49.3%