Cinnamon Crunch Knots: An Incredible 7-Step Easy Breakfast Treat
Start your day on a sweet note with these Cinnamon Crunch Knots, an incredible breakfast treat that combines fluffy dough with the irresistible flavors of cinnamon and sugar. Perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy mornings at home, this easy-to-follow recipe requires just seven simple steps. The delightful crunch and soft texture make these knots a crowd-pleaser that everyone will enjoy. Whether served warm from the oven or enjoyed later with your favorite dipping sauce, these knots are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 knots 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (16.5 oz) refrigerated pizza dough
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the refrigerated pizza dough into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
- In a small bowl, mix together granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
- Brush melted butter over the surface of the rolled-out dough.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
- Cut the dough into strips approximately 1-inch wide, twist each strip, and form into knots before placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 knot (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg