Cinnamon Sugar Bunny Twists with Homemade Farmer’s Direct Whole White Wheat Flour Crust

Spring is in the air, and with Easter just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to whip up some delightful treats that are not only delicious but also carry a touch of homemade goodness. Today, I’m excited to share with you my take on a fun and easy Easter treat that’s sure to bring smiles to your loved ones’ faces: Wholesome Cinnamon Sugar Bunny Twists with a homemade pie crust.

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Cinnamon Sugar Bunny Twists

Adorable Easter cinnamon sugar twists shaped like bunnies, made from a flaky whole wheat pie crust.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 12 twists

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

For the Whole Wheat Pie Crust

• 2 and 1/2 cups Farmers Direct Whole White Wheat Flour, plus extra for rolling out dough
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for a slightly sweet crust)
• 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 1/2 cup ice water

For the Bunny Twists

• Homemade pie crust dough made with Farmers Direct Whole White Wheat Flour
• 2 tablespoons of melted butter
• 1 tablespoon of cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons of sugar
• White frosting for the bunny tails

Method

 

1. Prepare the Pie Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar (if using). Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water until the dough comes together. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 2 hours.
2. Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a large rectangle, about 1/8 inch thick.
3. Butter and Season: Brush melted butter over the dough and sprinkle evenly with cinnamon and sugar.
4. Add a Sweet Touch: Spread a thin layer of strawberry jam over the dough.
5. Shape Your Bunnies: Cut the dough into strips and twist them into bunny shapes.
6. Bake to Perfection: Bake at 400°F for about 17 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Add the Finishing Touches: Once cooled, add a dollop of white frosting to create fluffy tails.

These bunny twists are not only adorable but also have a wonderful balance of sweetness from the strawberry jam and a slight spice from the cinnamon. They’re perfect for an Easter brunch or as a fun activity to do with the kids.

Tools for This Recipe

• Spring Chef Pastry Blender: Makes quick work of cutting the cold butter into the flour, which is the secret to a flaky crust.
• 17 Inch French Rolling Pin: The tapered shape makes it easy to roll the dough into an even 1/8 inch rectangle.
• Norpro Pastry and Ravioli Cutter Wheel: Cuts clean, even strips for twisting into bunnies, with a fluted wheel on the other end for a cute edge.

I love this fun recipe so much! I hope you do too!

xoxo,

Sideofglam