Quick and Easy Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists
Keep National Cinnamon Bun Day simple with Easy Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists. Straightforward prep and familiar ingredients make this an easy choice for busy October days when you still want something homemade.
Category: Quick Meals
| Cuisine: American
| Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 sheet (about 250g) frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 large egg, beaten (for wash)
- Flour for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together.
- 3. Lightly flour a work surface and unfold the puff pastry. Roll it out slightly into a 10x12-inch rectangle.
- 4. Brush the melted butter evenly over the entire pastry surface.
- 5. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the butter.
- 6. Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the pastry into 12 strips (about 1 inch wide each).
- 7. Gently twist each strip a few times and place on the prepared baking sheet, pressing the ends down slightly to prevent unravelling.
- 8. Brush the tops of the twists with the beaten egg.
- 9. Bake for 12-15 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- 10. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Details
Keep National Cinnamon Bun Day simple with Easy Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists. Straightforward prep and familiar ingredients make this an easy choice for busy October days when you still want something homemade.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | 140 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom into the cinnamon sugar. These are best enjoyed the same day, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes to refresh crispness.
