Description
This Cinnamon Sugar Twists recipe features flaky puff pastry strips coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar mix and baked until golden and crispy. Perfect as a simple yet delightful treat for snack time or dessert, these twists combine buttery richness with a warm cinnamon flavor to satisfy your sweet tooth quickly and easily.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 sheet of puff pastry (thawed according to package instructions)
- 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup of melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create a fragrant spice mixture.
- Roll Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet into a rectangular shape, smoothing out any creases for even baking.
- Butter the Pastry: Using a pastry brush, evenly spread the melted butter over the entire surface of the puff pastry to add richness and help the cinnamon sugar adhere.
- Sprinkle Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture uniformly over the buttered pastry, ensuring every part is covered for consistent flavor.
- Cut Strips: With a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the pastry into 1-inch wide strips to form individual twists.
- Form Twists: Take each strip and twist gently to create spiral shapes, then place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush with Butter: Lightly brush the twisted strips with any remaining melted butter to enhance browning and flakiness.
- Bake: Bake the twists in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until they puff up and develop a golden brown color.
- Cool: Remove the twists from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing the texture to set.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is well thawed but still cold for easier rolling and handling.
- Adjust the cinnamon quantity to taste if you prefer a stronger or milder cinnamon flavor.
- Serve the twists fresh for the best flaky texture; they may lose crispness if stored for too long.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days and reheat briefly in the oven to refresh crispiness.
