Description
Cinnamon Knots with Coffee Icing are the ultimate treat to brighten your day. These delightful, fluffy knots, infused with warm cinnamon sugar and drizzled with rich coffee icing, are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Their irresistible aroma and soft texture make them a favorite for gatherings or cozy moments at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup warm milk (110°F)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp brewed coffee
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit until foamy (5-10 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and cinnamon. Add foamy yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg; stir until combined.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm area for about an hour until doubled.
- Roll out risen dough into a rectangle; spread melted butter and sprinkle with sugar-cinnamon mixture.
- Cut into strips, tie into knots, place on parchment-lined baking sheet, and bake at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- For icing, whisk powdered sugar with brewed coffee until smooth; drizzle over warm knots.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 knot (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg