Copycat Taco Bell Cinnamon Twists

A close-up of golden, crispy cinnamon twists coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture, served in a white speckled bowl, ready to enjoy.

Copycat Taco Bell Cinnamon Twists

These homemade cinnamon twists are a crispy, sugary snack that’ll bring back memories of your favorite fast food treat.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1

Total Time 11

Servings: 4

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 305

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

¼ cup Granulated Sugar For sweetness
2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Adds spice and warmth
4 ounces Spiral Duros These puffed wheat snacks are the key ingredient
Vegetable Oil for frying High smoke point, ideal for deep frying

Equipment

1 Small mixing bowl For mixing cinnamon-sugar topping
1 Large pot or deep fryer For frying the twists
1 Slotted spoon To remove the twists from the oil
1 Paper towels For draining excess oil from the twists
1 Large mixing bowl For tossing the cinnamon twists with the sugar

Method

Combine the cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl. prep
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to about 350°F. prep
Carefully add the duros in batches of 10-15 pieces to the hot oil. Fry for about 1 minute or until puffed up. Use a slotted spoon to remove. bake
Set the fried twists on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil. finish
Transfer the twists to a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar blend over the twists and toss gently to coat. mix
The cinnamon twists are now ready to be enjoyed! finish

Nutrition

Serving: 80gCalories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gSodium: 93mgPotassium: 56mgFiber: 2gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 0.04mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These crispy treats are perfect for a nostalgic snack or as a quick dessert. Serve them with vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence.

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