Best 7 Butter Twists Recipes

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Welcome to the realm of delectable pastries! In this comprehensive guide, we embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of creating perfect butter twists, those golden-brown, flaky treats that tantalize the senses. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, we've got you covered with a range of recipes and essential tips to ensure your butter twists turn out simply irresistible. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's delve into the art of creating these delectable delights that will leave you craving more.

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MAPLE BUTTER TWISTS



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My stepmother passed on the recipe for this delicious yeast coffee cake that's shaped into pretty rings. When I make it for friends, they always ask for seconds. -June Gilliland, Hope, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 2 coffee cakes (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 20

3-1/4 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
3/4 cup whole milk
1/4 cup butter
2 large eggs, room temperature
FILLING:
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons butter, softened
3 tablespoons maple syrup
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon maple flavoring
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
GLAZE:
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon maple flavoring
2 to 3 teaspoons whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1-1/2 cups flour, sugar, salt and yeast. In a saucepan, heat milk and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add eggs; beat on medium for 2 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 5-7 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 70 minutes., In a small bowl, combine the first 7 filling ingredients; beat for 2 minutes. Punch dough down; turn onto a lightly floured surface. Divide in half; roll each into a 16x8-in. rectangle. Spread filling to within 1/2 in. of edges. Sprinkle with nuts. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side., With a sharp knife, cut each roll in half lengthwise. Open halves so cut side is up; gently twist ropes together. Transfer to 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans. Coil into a circle. Tuck ends under; pinch to seal. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes., Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks. Combine the confectioners' sugar, maple flavoring and enough milk to reach desired consistency; drizzle over warm cakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BUTTER TWISTS



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These buttery cookies make a wonderful addition to a holiday cookie swap or dessert table.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 large egg white
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Put butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; mix on medium speed until creamy. Mix in vanilla and egg white. Reduce speed to low. Add salt and flour; mix until combined.
  • Roll dough into 3/4-inch balls. Roll each ball into a 6-inch log. Bend log in half, then twist. Space 1 inch apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake, rotating halfway through, until cookies just begin to turn golden, 13 to 15 minutes. Let cool on parchment on wire racks.

BUTTER NUT TWISTS



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My mother has been using this recipe for the last 45 years for special occasions and the holidays. She taught my sister and me how to make the twists so we can carry on the tradition for our families. -Joyce Hallisey, Mt. Gilead, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup cold butter, cubed
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
FILLING:
8 ounces ground walnuts (about 2 cups)
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/3 cup sugar
4-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add buttermilk, eggs and yeast mixture; stir to form a soft dough. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. In another bowl, mix filling ingredients. Punch down dough; divide into three portions. On a sugared surface, roll one portion into a 12x9-in. rectangle. Sprinkle 1/3 cup filling lengthwise down one half of the dough. Fold dough in half over filling, forming a 12x4-1/2-in. rectangle; pat down to press filling into dough. Seal edges., Sprinkle an additional 1/3 cup filling down one half of the folded dough. Fold in half again, forming a 12x2-1/4-in. rectangle. Press to form a 12x4-in. rectangle. Cut into twenty-four 1/2-in. slices. Repeat with remaining dough and additional filling. Twist each slice one time and roll in remaining filling; place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets., Bake 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks; serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER TWISTS



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Years ago, I received a bread machine for Christmas- along with a collection of recipes. These treats that have a peanut butter filling and icing soon became a favorite. People always ask for the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup water (70° to 80°)
1/3 cup butter, softened
1 large egg
1/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1/3 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups bread flour
2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
FILLING:
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
ICING:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
5 to 7 tablespoons warm water

Steps:

  • In a bread machine, place the first eight ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)., When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Punch down; cover and let stand for 10 minutes. Combine filling ingredients; set aside. , Roll dough into a 24x8-in. rectangle. Spread filling to within 1/2 in. of edges. Fold rectangle in half lengthwise; cut widthwise into 24 pieces. Pinch seams to seal. Twist each piece three times., Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets; pinch ends. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Combine the confectioners' sugar, peanut butter and enough water to reach desired consistency; drizzle over twists.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 172mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER TWISTS



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Make and share this Peanut Butter Twists recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AZRT8871

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 30 twists

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup vegetable shortening
3 ounces cream cheese
2 teaspoons milk
1/4 cup peanut butter
3 tablespoons apple butter

Steps:

  • 1. In a small mixing bowl, sift the flour with sugar and salt. Add shortening, cream cheese and milk. Mix on lowest speed of an electric mixer until dough begins to form well. Shape into a ball. 2. Roll out on floured surface to a 20 x 8 inch rectangle. Cut in half to make two 10 x 8-inch rectangles. 3. Spread one half with peanut butter (try crunchy peanut butter if you wish); top with the apple butter. Place the second half of dough on top of first. Brush with milk and sprinkle with a little bit of granulated sugar. 4. Cut into strips 5 x 1/2 inches. Gently twist twice. Place on well-greased cookie sheets and bake in preheated 400-degree oven for 7-10 minutes or until light golden brown. Do not overbake. Serve warm or at room temperature. Makes 30 twists.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.2, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 3.2, Sodium 57.5, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.6, Protein 1.2

BAKED MAPLE BUTTER TWISTS



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Meet the Cook: Back almost 30 years ago, when I was an Indiana farmer's daughter and a 4-H'er, this won me champion honors at the county fair - then a blue ribbon at the state fair! To this day, my husband tells me it's the best thing that I make. -Marna Krause, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 coffee cakes.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup warm whole milk (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3-1/4 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon maple flavoring

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add the milk, butter, eggs, sugar, salt and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Roll each portion into a 14x8-in. rectangle. Combine filling ingredients; spread over each rectangle to within 1/2 in. of edges., Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Place seam side down on greased baking sheets. With a sharp knife, cut each roll in half lengthwise; carefully turn cut sides up. Loosely twist strips around each other, keeping cut sides up. Shape into a ring and pinch ends together. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes., Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until browned. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BUTTER NUT TWISTS



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Categories     Bread     Nut

Yield 6 Dozen

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pkg (1/4 oz each)?active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water ( 110 to 115 degrees)
4 cups all purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup buttermilk
2 eggs, lightly beaten
Filling
2 cups ground walnuts (8 oz)
1 cup flaked coconut
1/3 cup sugar
4 1/2 tsp butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, mx the flour, sugar and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add in buttermilk, eggs, yeast mixture, stir to form a soft dough. Cover with plastic wrap, refrigerate overnight. In another bowl, mix the filling ingredients. Punch down the dough; divide into three portions. On a sugared surface, roll out one portion into a 12 in x 9 in rectangle. Sprinkle 1/3 cup of the filling lengthwise down one half of the dough. Fold dough in half over filling, forming a 12 in x 4 1/2 in rectangle; pat down to press filling into dough. Seal edges. Sprinkle an additional 1/3 cup filling down one half of the folded dough. Fold in half again, forming a 12 in x 2 1/4 in rectangle. Press to form a 12 in x 4 in rectangle. Cut into 24 1/2 inch slices. Repeat with remaining dough and additional filling. Twist each slice one timeand roll in remaining filling; place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheet. Bake 350 for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.

Tips:

  • Proof the dough properly: This ensures that the dough is light and airy, and that the twists have a nice golden color.
  • Use high-quality butter: This will give the twists a rich, buttery flavor.
  • Don't overwork the dough: This will make the twists tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking: This helps the twists to hold their shape.
  • Bake the twists until they are golden brown: This ensures that they are cooked through.
  • Serve the twists warm: This is when they are at their best.

Conclusion:

Butter twists are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create these tasty pastries that will be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a sweet snack, give butter twists a try. You won't be disappointed.

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