Best 4 Danish Cinnamon Snails Recipes

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Danish cinnamon snails, also known as kanelsnegle or cinnamon rolls, are a delightful pastry that combines the flavors of cinnamon, sugar and butter with a soft and flaky dough. Originating in Denmark, these sweet treats have become popular worldwide and are often enjoyed as a breakfast pastry or afternoon snack. Whether you are a seasoned baker or just starting out, finding the best recipe for Danish cinnamon snails can be a daunting task. With so many variations and techniques available, it can be challenging to determine which recipe will yield the most delicious and authentic results. To help you in your search, we have compiled a list of some of the best Danish cinnamon snail recipes, each with its own unique twist on this classic pastry. These recipes range from traditional Danish methods to more modern interpretations, ensuring that there is something for every taste and skill level. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to find the perfect recipe for your next batch of Danish cinnamon snails.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DANISH CINNAMON ROLLS (SNAILS)



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Recipe for danish cinnamon rollsTraditional soft and sticky cinnamon rolls or snails as we call them in Denmark. They are pretty eady to make, and they taste amazing.

Provided by Rasmus Møller

Categories     Baked goods

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

3,5 dl milk
2 tbsp sugar
6 g dry yeast (or 25 gram of fresh yeast)
560 g all purpose flour (maybe 10 gram extra if the dough is too soft.)
60 g sugar
1/4 tsp salt
2 eggs
60 g butter (melted)
1 vanilla bean (the seeds, or 1 tsp of vanilla paste)
180 g butter
2,5 dl brown sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon
1 dl powdered sugar
2 tbsp cocoa
2 tbsp water (boiling)

Steps:

  • Heat the milk up to approx. 30 degrees. Add the 2 tablespoons of sugar and the dry yeast. Whisk it thoroughly and place it in a warm spot until it bubbles up. It usually takes 10 - 15 minutes. Then the yeast will be activated.
  • I assume you knead the dough on the machine. Add flour, sugar, the mixture of milk and yeast from step one, salt, cooled melted butter, eggs and vanilla seeds to the bowl. Then knead the dough at medium speed until it releases from the sides of the bowl. It is in this step that you can add extra flour if you think the dough looks too soft.
  • I usually knead the dough for about 10 - 15 minutes before it is ready.
  • When the dough starts to release from the sides of the bowl, pick it up and transfer to a second bowl greased with a little oil. Position it in a warm place and let it raise to double size. It usually takes an hour.
  • As the dough raises, prepare the filling for the cinnamon snails. Mix brown sugar, soft butter and cinnamon in a bowl. Mix it thoroughly and set it aside.
  • When the dough is rised, transfer it to a table sprinkled with flour. The dough may seem a bit sticky, so it is important with the flour. Sprinkle flour on the dough and roll it out to a square of approx. 50 x 50 cm with a rolling pin. Then spread the filling gently into an even layer on the dough.
  • Gently roll the dough from one edge to the opposite into a cylinder shape.
  • Find a roasting pan approx. 22 x 33 x 5 cm and cover it with baking paper. Now cut the cylinder into 15 equal sized snails and place them in the roasting pan. It doesn't matter they are a bit close. We want them to raise upwards during baking. It is a good idea to use a piece of sewing thread to cut the pieces. This avoids pressing the dough flat. You make a loop around the dough and tighten.
  • Now the cinnamon rolls have to rise again. Place them in a warm space and cover them with a cloth. Let them rise to double size. It should take 30 - 40 minutes depending on the temperature. While the buns are rising, the oven is preheated to 190 degrees celcius.
  • Place the roasting pan in the middle of the preheated oven and bake the cinnamon rolls for 20 - 25 minutes until slightly golden on top.
  • Allow the snails to cool and mix the powdered sugar, cocoa and boiling water to make the icing. Decorate the snails with sugar icing and enjoy them with someone you love.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

DANISH SNAILS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 snails

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 batch Danish pastry
1/2 stick butter
1/2 cup light brown sugar
3/4 cups chopped pecans or walnuts
Cinnamon
Egg wash
Water icing

Steps:

  • Roll dough to a 12 by 20-inch rectangle. Spread with soft butter and sprinkle with brown sugar, pecans, and cinnamon. Roll up from 20-inch side, and cut into 12 pieces. Place pieces, cut side up, in muffin pans lined with paper muffin cups. Proof percent and egg wash. Bake at 375 degrees about 25 minutes. Cool and drizzle with water icing.

DANISH CINNAMON SNAILS



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Americans would call these cinnamon rolls--but this version is the original Danish version and it's absolutely wonderful. They are traditionally served with coffee or tea at Christmas time, and they are to die for!

Provided by malene_2

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup warm milk (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
3 (0.6 ounce) cakes cake yeast
6 ½ tablespoons butter, room temperature
2 eggs
½ teaspoon ground cardamom
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
4 cups all-purpose flour, or as needed
⅔ cup butter, softened
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Pour the warm milk into a mixing bowl and mash in the fresh cake yeast. Mix in 6 1/2 tablespoons of soft butter, eggs, cardamom, 2 tablespoons sugar, salt, and 3 1/2 cups of the flour. Use a wooden spoon to mix the dough. If it's very sticky, mix in the remaining 1/2 cup of flour. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise for 30 minutes.
  • Cream together the 2/3 cup butter and 1/2 cup sugar. Stir in the cinnamon.
  • Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it until it's firm, about 3 minutes. Divide the dough in half; roll each half into a rectangle no more than 1/2 inch thick. Spread each rectangle with half the filling.
  • Stack one layer of dough and filling on top of the other rectangle of dough, filling-side up. Roll the dough up, starting with the edge closest to you, to form a long log. Cut the log into 1 inch-thick slices.
  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, or grease a baking dish or two cake pans.
  • Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 3 inches apart. If you like pull-apart rolls, arrange them in a greased baking dish or cake pans, spacing the rolls about 1 inch apart. Place the uneven end pieces on the baking sheet cut-side up for the best presentation. Let the rolls rest 20 minutes before baking.
  • Bake the snails in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Pull-apart rolls will take longer to bake: after 10 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake the rolls until the sides are fully set, about 10 minutes longer. Cover the baking dish with foil if the rolls begin to get too brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 148 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

DANISH SNAILS



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These buttery, jam-filled cinnamon rolls are an ideal way to use up leftover pastry from making Danish. Martha made this recipe on Martha Bakes episode 502.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
All-purpose flour, for dusting
Scraps of Danish Dough
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Apricot jam
Sugar, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Place sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and stir to combine. Set aside.
  • On a lightly floured work surface roll out dough 1/8-inch thick rectangle. Brush surface all over with egg. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar mixture in an even layer to cover. Any remaining cinnamon sugar may be reserved for another use. Fold dough in half lengthwise to enclose cinnamon sugar. Trim edges, discarding scraps. Cut lengthwise strips 3/4-inch-wide. Twist each strip and roll into a spiral. Let rest in a warm place until dough is doubled in bulk, about 45 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Fill the center of each spiral with a small dollop of apricot jam. Brush dough with the remaining beaten egg. Bake, rotating sheets halfway through, until pastries are evenly browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. Serve at room temperature. Snails are best eaten the same day they are made.

Tips:

  • Using a stand mixer with a dough hook will make the kneading process much easier.
  • If you don't have a stand mixer, you can knead the dough by hand. Just be sure to knead it for at least 10 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic.
  • If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour. If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk.
  • Be sure to let the dough rise in a warm place, such as a turned-off oven with the light on. This will help the dough to rise quickly and evenly.
  • When rolling out the dough, be sure to use a lightly floured surface. This will help to prevent the dough from sticking.
  • If the dough is too sticky to roll out, chill it for 30 minutes before trying again.
  • Be sure to spread the filling evenly over the dough before rolling it up.
  • When cutting the cinnamon rolls, be sure to use a sharp knife. This will help to prevent the rolls from tearing.
  • Bake the cinnamon rolls in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that they cook evenly.
  • When the cinnamon rolls are done baking, let them cool for a few minutes before frosting them.

Conclusion:

Danish cinnamon snails are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make these delicious pastries at home. Just be sure to follow the tips above to ensure that your cinnamon rolls turn out perfect.

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