Bite-Size Brown Sugar Pinwheels
These brown sugar pinwheels are a testament to the fact that sometimes the simplest things can bring the most joy. These little delectable treats are so easy to make and I can guarantee that they will be gone in minutes. While they bake in the oven, the house will smell wonderfully of cinnamon and caramelized brown sugar. Perfect as a two-bite dessert so you don’t feel guilty- although I can’t guarantee that you will stop after two bites.
At the core of every brown sugar pinwheel is a soft, pillowy dough. The filling, made from brown sugar and cinnamon, is what gives these treats their distinctive flavor profile – sweet, warm, and oh-so-comforting.
They can be enjoyed at any time of day. Pair them with your morning coffee for a sweet start, serve them as an afternoon snack, or indulge in them as a dessert after dinner. They go so well with any beverage, from a glass of cold milk to a steamy mug of cocoa. And let’s not forget their role as comfort food during rainy days when all you need is a bit of sweetness or at a lazy Sunday brunch.
Pinwheel Variations:
While the classic brown sugar and cinnamon filling is undeniably divine, there is room for creativity. You can add chopped nuts, raisins, or even drizzle caramel sauce in the filling.
Tips while making pinwheels:
– Make sure the butter/ shortening is at room temperature.
– Do not use margarine or oil or these pinwheels will open up and spread out while baking.
– Knead the dough until it is no longer crumbly and comes together. You can knead using your hands or in a stand mixer.
– Roll it out into a rectangle having 1/2 inch thickness.
– Chill the pinwheel dough before placing in the oven. This allows the butter/shortening to harden preventing the pinwheels from spreading and opening up while baking.
So, whether you are a newbie and have never baked anything, try these easy pinwheels. You can not go wrong. Bake a batch, share with loved ones, and savor the delicious moments!
Bite Size Brown Sugar Pinwheels
Ingredients
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup vegetable shortening/butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup milk (room temperature)
- 3 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon powder
Instructions
- In a small container, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon and keep it aside.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder & salt.
- Add shortening/butter & use your fingers to combine
- Add milk to the mixture.
- Stir gently with a spoon until a soft dough forms.
- Pour the dough onto a floured surface.
- Knead the dough 8 – 10 times until it is soft and smooth.
- Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out until you have a rectangle with 1/2 inch thickness– make sure the long edge is closest to you.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the microwave (make sure it’s covered!!).
- Using your pastry brush, lightly brush the rolled dough with butter.
- Then, cover the entire surface with the brown sugar+cinnamon mixture.
- Starting at the edge closest to you, carefully roll the dough into a roll/log.
- Using a serrated knife, cut the roll into approximately 1-inch sections. Place on a cookie sheet lined with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
- Keep them in the fridge for 15-20 minutes while your start preheating the oven.
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Once out of the oven, immediately brush with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter.
Notes
- When microwaving the butter, make sure to cover it or you will end up with butter splattered in your microwave.
- Do not use margarine or oil or these pinwheels will open up and spread out while baking.
- Knead the dough until it is no longer crumbly and is smooth. You can knead using your hands or in a stand mixer.
- Chilling the dough before placing in the oven prevents the pinwheels from spreading and opening up while baking.
- Any leftover pinwheels can be stored in an airtight container and placed in the fridge. When you want to eat it, just warm it in the microwave for 15- 20 seconds. The dough will soften up.
- You can either use only brown sugar (if you are not a fan of cinnamon) OR adjust the quantities of brown sugar and cinnamon depending on your preferences.
- Make sure the butter/ shortening is at room temperature.
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2 Comments
Zahraa
Super easy snack with simple ingredients! Love it!!
Falak
Thank you!