Delightful Cinnamon Marshmallow Twists
Treat yourself to these delightful cinnamon twists that make the perfect sweet breakfast or snack! Made from flaky crescent rolls and ooey-gooey marshmallows, they are rolled in a scrumptious cinnamon-sugar coating. These mini twists can be easily prepared ahead of time and frozen for later enjoyment. Just pop them in the oven for a warm, comforting pastry that is bound to please the whole family. With a simple icing drizzle on top, they offer the ideal balance of sweetness. Enjoy them fresh or try them without marshmallows for a less sweet variation. Perfect for sharing at brunch or as a special after-school treat!
64
Servings
60
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
sugar
1 cup (none)
cinnamon
1 tablespoon (none)
crescent rolls
4 (8 count) cans (none)
butter
5 tablespoons (melted)
mini marshmallows
64 (none)
icing sugar
1 cup (none)
milk
2 tablespoons (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet by spraying it with no-fat cooking spray.
2
In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon, mixing well to ensure an even distribution.
3
Open the cans of crescent rolls and separate the dough into triangles. Carefully cut each triangle in half lengthwise to create smaller slices.
4
Brush each triangle generously with the melted butter, ensuring even coverage.
5
Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the buttered triangles, coating them well.
6
Place one mini marshmallow at the wide end of each triangle.
7
Starting from the wide end, roll up each triangle tightly to enclose the marshmallow, pinching the edges to seal securely.
8
Arrange the rolled twists seam side down on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and puffed.
10
While the twists are baking, prepare the icing by blending the icing sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth.
11
Once the twists are out of the oven, drizzle the icing over them while they’re still warm for a delicious finishing touch.
12
For a variation, feel free to make these twists without the marshmallows for a delightful treat with less sweetness.
Nutrition Information
3.4g
Fat
9.4g
Carbs
0.3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Delightful Cinnamon Marshmallow Twists.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 64 servings.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
How many calories are in one cinnamon twist?
Each cinnamon twist contains 60 calories.
Can these cinnamon twists be made ahead of time?
Yes, they can be prepared ahead of time and frozen for later enjoyment.
Are Delightful Cinnamon Marshmallow Twists freezer-friendly?
Yes, they are freezer-friendly pastries.
What are the main ingredients for the twists?
The main ingredients are crescent rolls, mini marshmallows, sugar, cinnamon, and butter.
How long do the twists need to bake?
Bake them for about 10 minutes until they are golden brown.
What type of dough is used for this recipe?
The recipe uses 4 cans of 8-count crescent rolls.
How should the baking sheet be prepared?
Prepare the baking sheet by spraying it with no-fat cooking spray.
How do you make the cinnamon-sugar coating?
In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of sugar and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon.
How should the crescent roll triangles be cut?
Carefully cut each crescent roll triangle in half lengthwise to create smaller slices.
Do I need to melt the butter?
Yes, use 5 tablespoons of melted butter to brush the dough.
Where is the marshmallow placed on the dough?
Place one mini marshmallow at the wide end of each dough triangle.
How do you seal the twists?
Roll up the triangle tightly to enclose the marshmallow and pinch the edges to seal securely.
How far apart should the twists be placed on the baking sheet?
Arrange them seam side down about 2 inches apart.
What is the sign that the twists are done baking?
They are finished when they are golden brown and puffed.
What ingredients are needed for the icing?
The icing is made from 1 cup of icing sugar and 2 tablespoons of milk.
When should the icing be drizzled over the twists?
Drizzle the icing over the twists while they are still warm.
Can I make these without marshmallows?
Yes, you can make them without marshmallows for a variation with less sweetness.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 0.3g of protein.
How much fat is in one serving?
One serving contains 3.4g of fat.
What is the carbohydrate count for this recipe?
Each serving has 9.4g of carbohydrates.
Is this recipe suitable for breakfast?
Yes, they make a perfect sweet breakfast pastry.
Is this a kid-friendly recipe?
Yes, they are described as a special after-school treat and family-friendly snack.
How many cans of crescent rolls are required?
You will need 4 cans of 8-count crescent rolls.
How many mini marshmallows are needed in total?
The recipe calls for 64 mini marshmallows.
How do you prepare the icing?
Blend the icing sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth.
Are these twists good for brunch?
Yes, they are perfect for sharing at brunch.
Should these be served warm or cold?
They are best enjoyed warm, especially when drizzled with fresh icing.