Ingredients

  • 1/4 c. warm water (not hot)
  • 1 pkg. active dry yeast
  • 3/4 c. lukewarm sour cream
  • 3 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1/8 tsp. soda
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 Tbsp. soft shortening
  • 3 c. sifted flour

Method

  • Measure the warm water into mixing bowl; add yeast, stirring to dissolve.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients.
  • Turn dough onto lightly floured board and fold over several times until smooth. Roll into an oblong (24 x 6-inch).
  • Spread with 2 tablespoons of softened butter.
  • Sprinkle half of dough with a mixture of 1/3 cup brown sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
  • Fold other half over. Cut into 24 strips 1 inch wide.
  • Hold strip at both ends and twist in opposite directions.
  • Place on greased baking sheet 2 inches apart.
  • Press both ends of twist to baking sheet.
  • Cover and let rise until doubled (1 hour).
  • Bake until golden brown at 375° (12 to 15 minutes).
  • While warm, frost with icing.
  • Yields 2 dozen.