📖 Instructions

1. Get your stuff ready: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This stops things from sticking and makes cleanup easier, trust me on this one.
2. Mix dry stuff: In a big bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Make sure its mixed very well, dont wanna be eating random baking soda.
3. Add wet stuff: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the tangerine juice, zest, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Make sure the butter isnt too hot!!
4. Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay. You want the dough to come together without being tough.
5. Knead a bit: Lightly flour a clean surface. Turn the dough out onto the floured surface and knead it gently for about 2-3 minutes, until it comes together into a smooth ball. If it sticks add flour
6. Roll it out: Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Try to keep it even so they cook at the same speed.
7. Cut into strips: Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into strips about 1 inch wide and 4 inches long. I use a ruler to be exact but y'know, its ok if theyre uneven.
8. Twist time: Pick up each strip and twist it a few times. Place the twisted dough on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
9. Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the twists are lightly golden brown. Keep an eye on them; ovens can be sneaky and bake a bit too fast.
10. Glaze (optional): While the twists are baking, make the glaze, if you're using it. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and tangerine juice until smooth. Add more juice if it's too thick, more sugar if it's too thin.
11. Cool and glaze: Once the twists are done, let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. If you're glazing them, drizzle the glaze over the twists while they're still slightly warm.
12. Serve and enjoy: Once the glaze is set, serve the twists and enjoy! They’re perfect with a cup of tea or coffee, or just as a little sweet treat.