Description
Enjoy the warm, sweet comfort of homemade Pizza Hut Cinnamon Sticks with this easy-to-follow recipe. Soft, fluffy dough strips baked to golden perfection, coated in a cinnamon sugar blend, and finished with a sweet vanilla glaze—perfect for a delicious dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 1 package active dry yeast (or 2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional, for a savory touch)
Topping Ingredients
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Glaze Ingredients
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the cinnamon sticks.
- Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the sugar and yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes, until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Make Dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and optional garlic powder. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil, stirring until a dough forms. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
- Let Dough Rise: Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 30-60 minutes, or until it has doubled in size, allowing the yeast to work its magic.
- Shape Dough: Once risen, roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut Strips: Cut the rolled-out dough into strips, about 12 to 16 pieces depending on your preferred thickness.
- Bake Dough: Place the dough strips on a greased baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until they turn golden brown.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: While baking, mix ground cinnamon and granulated sugar together in a bowl to create the classic cinnamon sugar topping.
- Brush Butter and Sprinkle: Remove the baked sticks from the oven, immediately brush them with melted butter, and evenly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the top.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle this glaze over the cinnamon sticks before serving.
- Serve Warm: Serve the cinnamon sticks warm to fully enjoy their soft texture and delicious flavors.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use melted butter for brushing instead of olive oil after baking.
- The garlic powder is optional; omit it if you prefer a purely sweet cinnamon stick.
- Allow the dough to rise in a warm, draft-free spot for best results.
- Adjust the thickness and length of dough strips to your liking.
- These cinnamon sticks are best enjoyed fresh and warm but can be stored in an airtight container for 1-2 days.
