Description
Delicious and easy-to-make cinnamon twists featuring puff pastry coated in a cinnamon-sugar mixture, baked to golden perfection. These sweet, flaky treats make a perfect snack or dessert and can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients
Pastry
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small baking dish, combine the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the cinnamon and salt throughout the sugar mixture.
- Cut Puff Pastry Strips: Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet on a clean work surface. Cut the square in half, then cut each half into 12 narrow strips using a pizza cutter or sharp knife. You should have a total of 24 strips approximately ½ inch by 5 inches each.
- Form Twists: Pair up the strips two at a time. Fold each pair lengthwise to form thin ribbons of dough, then twist the two strips together to create a cinnamon twist.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Dip each twisted strip into the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated. Place the coated twists on the lined baking sheet, spacing them about 1 ½ to 2 inches apart.
- Bake to Golden Brown: Bake the cinnamon twists in the preheated oven for 10 to 14 minutes, or until they are puffed up and golden brown.
- Final Coating and Serve: Remove the twists from the oven and shake them again in the cinnamon sugar mixture for a fresh outer coating. Serve the cinnamon twists warm or at room temperature for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Serve with ice cream, chocolate fondue, creamy dessert dip, or alongside a hot cup of coffee for a delightful treat.
- Storing Leftovers: Keep leftover twists in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Warm the twists in the oven for a few minutes to restore crispiness.
- Freezing: Freeze unbaked twists in a sealed freezer-safe bag for up to 1 month and bake from frozen. For baked twists, cool completely, wrap individually in foil, store in a freezer bag, and freeze up to 1 month. Thaw and reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven briefly before serving.
