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A close-up of a golden, twisted pastry topped with a drizzle of white icing and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, reminiscent of Apple Hand Pies with Puff Pastry. The flaky texture highlights delicate layers and a tempting sweet glaze.

Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists

Elien Lewis
These puff pastry cinnamon twists are adorable and delicious. It’s puff pastry spread with spiced sugar, rolled up, and twisted into a knot. After baking, they’re drizzled with a simple vanilla glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 123 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 1 Tbsp orange zest finely grated
  • 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 240 g puff pastry

Glaze

  • 60 g powdered sugar
  • 1/2-1 Tbsp milk or water
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Use a light colored non-stick baking sheet, or line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • In a bowl mix together the filling ingredients. 100 g granulated sugar, 1 Tbsp orange zest, 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground cardamom, 1/8 tsp salt
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to about 11×12 in (28×30 cm). 240 g puff pastry
  • Gently brush the pastry all over with a little water using a pastry brush. Spread the filling so it's evenly over all the pastry. Use a rolling pin to gently press the sugar into the pastry.
  • Fold the pastry in half lengthwise, then use the rolling pin again to gently press down on the pastry to lightly compress it.
  • Use a pizza wheel or sharp knife to cut the dough into strips of around 1/2 inch (1.2cm).
  • Take a strip and twist it up, then knot it. Place on the prepared baking tray, then repeat with the remaining strips.
  • Bake for 20–25 minutes until puffed and deep golden.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk and vanilla until smooth and pourable. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled knots after they have come from the oven and cooled for 10 minutes. 60 g powdered sugar, 1/2-1 Tbsp milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste

Notes

Tips

Use a light-colored baking tray to prevent over-browning. Keep puff pastry cold so the butter stays in layers and puffs properly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1twistCalories: 123kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 56mgPotassium: 12mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword cinnamon, puff pastry
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