Mexican Sugar Twists

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, and ground cinnamon.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
6. Divide the dough into smaller portions and roll each portion into long strips, about 1/2 inch thick.
7. Twist each strip into a spiral shape and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.