Cinnamon Twists
Cinnamon twist recipe is my favorite way to transform puff pastry scraps. In about 25 minutes, you get deeply caramelized, flaky twists with crisp edges and melting cinnamon sugar!
Servings: 15 twists
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 ½ cups puff pastry scraps — a little less than a sheet
- granulated sugar — additional for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk the sugar and cinnamon together in a bowl. Spread some onto your work surface and sprinkle additional granulated sugar over it.
- Roll the cold puff pastry scraps in the cinnamon sugar mixture, pressing gently so it adheres evenly on all sides.
- Roll the dough to about ⅛-inch thick on the sugared surface.
- Cut into ½-inch strips using a knife or pizza cutter.
- Twist each strip into a tight spiral and place on the prepared baking sheet, pressing the ends down slightly to hold the shape.
- Chill for about 30 minutes, or until completely cold.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until deep golden brown and the sugar is caramelized and glossy.
- Cool completely before storing.
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Notes
Yield: Makes 15 twists, each about ½ inch wide and 4 to 5 inches long.
Doneness Cue: The twists are ready when they are deep golden brown and the sugar coating looks glossy and lacquered rather than grainy or sandy.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refresh briefly in the oven if needed.
Make Ahead: The cinnamon sugar mixture can be prepared in advance and kept in a sealed jar at room temperature indefinitely.
Doneness Cue: The twists are ready when they are deep golden brown and the sugar coating looks glossy and lacquered rather than grainy or sandy.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refresh briefly in the oven if needed.
Make Ahead: The cinnamon sugar mixture can be prepared in advance and kept in a sealed jar at room temperature indefinitely.
Nutrition
Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 59mg | Potassium: 17mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg