Kanelsnurrer Cinnamon Swirls

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.

2. In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cardamom, and salt.

3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to incorporate the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. Pour in the yeast mixture and the beaten egg. Mix until a soft dough forms.

5. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 7-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

6. Place the dough back into the mixing bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

7. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

8. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well mixed.

9. Roll out the dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.

10. Spread the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

11. Sprinkle chopped nuts, if desired, over the cinnamon sugar mixture.

12. Starting from one of the long sides, tightly roll up the dough into a log.

13. Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 12 equal pieces.

14. Place the sliced dough pieces on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each piece for rising.

15. Cover the baking sheet with a clean kitchen towel and let the Kanelsnurrer rise for another 30 minutes.

16. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant.

17. Allow the Cinnamon Swirls to cool slightly before serving.