Cinnamon Twists
These airy and buttery cinnamon twists are a delightful treat that is easy to whip up, making them the perfect pastry for brunch or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
Pastry ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry (defrosted, about 8 oz) Frozen puff pastry is recommended for best texture.
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon Add more if desired.
- 0.5 cup butter (melted) Use good quality butter for best flavor.
- 1 egg for egg wash (optional) Gives a nice golden color.
- as needed powdered sugar (for decoration, optional)
Instructions
Baking Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
- In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon together.
- Brush the rolled-out pastry with the melted butter, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the surface.
- Cut the dough into 1-inch wide strips and twist each strip several times.
- Place the twisted strips on the baking sheet and brush each twist with egg wash if desired.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
- Allow the twists to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Do not twist the pastry strips while they are cold as they may snap. Let cool slightly before serving to prevent the sugar from melting too much. Consider adding fillings like Nutella or apple slices for variations.