Description
Delicious cinnamon knots drizzled with rich coffee icing, perfect for a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (375 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) warm milk (110°F/45°C)
- 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
- 1/3 cup (70 g) brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons brewed coffee (adjust to desired consistency)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of the sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes, until frothy. In a large bowl, mix the flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Stir until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes, or in a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5–7 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Make the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon into a spreadable paste.
- Shape the Knots: Punch down the dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a 12×16-inch rectangle. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough. Fold the dough in half lengthwise to create a long rectangle. Cut into 12 equal strips. Take each strip, twist it gently, and tie it into a knot. Place the knots on a parchment-lined baking sheet, tucking the ends underneath.
- Second Rise: Cover the knots with a clean towel and let rise for 30–40 minutes, or until puffed.
- Bake the Knots: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the knots for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool slightly on the baking sheet.
- Prepare the Coffee Icing: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, brewed coffee, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more coffee or powdered sugar as needed.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the coffee icing over the warm cinnamon knots. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh yeast.
- These knots are best served warm.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of coffee in the icing according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 knot
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg