Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Twists with Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
These Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Twists are a delightful and easy-to-make treat featuring soft, twisted dough coated with cinnamon sugar and served warm with a creamy vanilla-infused cream cheese dip. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack, these twists are light, fluffy, and full of warm spice flavor, all cooked quickly in the air fryer for a crisp, golden finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 12 twists 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Twists
- 12 thawed frozen dinner roll dough balls
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 2–3 tablespoons canola oil
For the Cream Cheese Dip
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (adjust for desired consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough twists: Cut each thawed dinner roll dough ball in half. Roll each piece into approximately a 6-inch long thin “snake” shape. Then, twist each dough snake into a spiral twist shape.
- Brush with oil and proof: Lightly brush each twisted dough piece with canola oil to help develop a golden crust. Allow the dough to puff up by letting it rest for about 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat fully for best cooking results.
- Cook the twists: Place the twisted dough pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer so they aren’t touching. Air fry for 7 minutes, then carefully flip each twist to the other side and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the cream cheese dip: In a bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and milk until the dip is smooth and creamy. Adjust the milk quantity to achieve your preferred consistency.
- Serve: Serve the warm cinnamon sugar twists alongside the cream cheese dip for dipping. Enjoy them fresh from the air fryer for a delightful treat.
Notes
- Ensure the dinner roll dough balls are fully thawed to make rolling and shaping easier.
- You can adjust cinnamon and sugar quantities to taste based on your preferred sweetness and spice level.
- If you don’t have canola oil, a neutral oil like vegetable oil or melted butter will also work.
- The cream cheese dip can be made ahead and chilled; bring it back to room temperature before serving for easier dipping.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispness.
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