Description
Cinnamon Knots with Coffee Icing are the ultimate autumn delight, blending warm cinnamon flavors with a rich coffee glaze. Perfectly fluffy and easy to make, these knots will fill your home with an irresistible aroma that invites everyone to indulge. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or as a cozy afternoon treat—each bite is a sweet reminder of fall’s comforting embrace.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup warm milk
- ½ cup strong brewed coffee (for icing)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and sugar; sprinkle yeast on top and let it sit until foamy (about 5 minutes).
- In another bowl, mix flour, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add to the yeast mixture.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle; brush with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Cut into strips and twist into knots.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- For icing, whisk together powdered sugar and brewed coffee; drizzle over warm knots.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 knot (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Swap granulated sugar for brown sugar for added depth of flavor. Add nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra crunch. For variations, try using maple glaze instead of coffee icing.