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Cinnamon Knots with Coffee Icing

Irresistibly Soft Cinnamon Knots with Coffee Icing Delight

These Cinnamon Knots with Coffee Icing are soft, fluffy, and perfect for any time of the day.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 knots
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast If using active dry yeast, proof it first.
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • 1 cup Warm Milk Dairy-free milk can be used.
  • 1 large Eggs Can substitute with flax eggs for vegan.
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with margarine for dairy-free.
Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon No substitutes recommended.
Icing
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Alternative sweeteners can change flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Instant Coffee Brewed coffee can be substituted.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Honey or agave syrup work as alternatives.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, yeast, brown sugar, and salt. Gradually add warm milk, egg, and butter until a soft dough forms.
  2. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until elastic and smooth.
  3. Wrap the dough in a towel and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together cinnamon and brown sugar for filling.
  5. Roll the dough into a rectangle measuring 16x14 inches and about ¼ inch thick.
  6. Spread softened butter over the dough, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture, fold in half, cut into strips, and twist into knots.
  7. Melt butter and mix with brown sugar and cinnamon, then spoon over the knots.
  8. Preheat oven to 375°F and let the knots rise for 15 minutes.
  9. Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Prepare the icing by melting butter and mixing with powdered sugar, coffee, and maple syrup.
  11. Drizzle the warm icing over the baked knots.

Nutrition

Serving: 1knotCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Let knots cool slightly before icing for best results. Use dairy-free options where noted for a vegan treat.

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