Cinnamon Twists

Lightly grease baking sheet(s) and set aside. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into an 8 x 12 inch rectangle. Spread the dough with 2 tablespoons of melted butter. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, and optional walnuts. Evenly sprinkle the mixture over the dough. Fold the dough in half so that it measures approximately 4 x 12 inches. Pinch the edges together to seal and gently pat down the dough. Starting from the 12-inch side, use a knife or kitchen scissors to divide the dough into 12 equal strips. Gently pull and twist each strip. Arrange the twists about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet(s). Brush with the remaining melted butter and allow to rise in a warm area until puffy, about 30-60 minutes. Bake in a preheated 375° oven for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool. Brush with additional melted butter before serving if desired.