Irresistibly Sweet Cinnamon Twists That Melt in Your Mouth Recipe
Delight in these irresistibly sweet cinnamon twists made from flaky puff pastry, brushed with melted butter, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, and baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a melt-in-your-mouth treat for breakfast or dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 12 cinnamon twists 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry defrosted (about 8 oz)
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Other
- 0.5 cup butter melted
- 1 egg for egg wash, optional
- Powdered sugar for decoration, optional
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the twists bake evenly and do not stick.
- Roll Out Pastry: Roll out the defrosted puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about ⅛ inch thick to achieve delicate, flaky layers after baking.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until well combined to evenly coat the pastry strips.
- Butter the Pastry: Brush the rolled-out pastry evenly with the melted butter, which helps the cinnamon sugar adhere and adds richness.
- Sprinkle Sugar Mixture: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered pastry surface.
- Cut and Twist: Cut the dough into 1-inch wide strips and twist each strip several times to create the characteristic cinnamon twists.
- Arrange and Egg Wash: Place the twisted strips on the prepared baking sheet spaced evenly and brush each twist with the optional egg wash to enhance browning and shine.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the twists are golden brown and puffed up, indicating the layers are cooked perfectly.
- Cool and Decorate: Allow the cinnamon twists to cool slightly before dusting with optional powdered sugar for a beautiful finishing touch.
Notes
- For a richer flavor and aroma, use freshly ground cinnamon.
- Ensure the oven is fully preheated to 400°F (200°C) to achieve optimal crispiness and to allow the pastry to puff up properly.
- Egg wash is optional but recommended for a glossy finish.
- Serve warm for the best melt-in-your-mouth experience.
Keywords: cinnamon twists, puff pastry dessert, cinnamon sugar pastry, sweet pastry twists, easy baked treat
