Cinnamon Doughnut Twists

To make cinnamon doughnut twists, you’ll create a simple dough, shape it into twists, fry until golden brown, and then coat them in cinnamon sugar. Here’s a basic recipe:

Ingredients:

For the dough:

2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (about 110°F/45°C)
3/4 cup warm milk
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 1/2 – 4 cups all-purpose flour
For frying:

Vegetable oil, for frying
For coating:

1 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Instructions:

In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook attachment, combine the warm milk, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, salt, and activated yeast mixture.

Gradually add the flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition, until a soft dough forms. You may need more or less flour depending on the humidity and other factors.

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface or in the stand mixer for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-1.5 hours.

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope and twist it into a twist shape.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).

Carefully fry the doughnut twists in batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Remove the twists from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

In a shallow bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.

While the twists are still warm, roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.

Serve the cinnamon doughnut twists warm or at room temperature.

Enjoy your delicious homemade cinnamon doughnut twists! They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat any time of the day.