Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists are a quick and easy dessert or brunch pastry. Light and flaky puff pastry twisted with cinnamon, sugar, and an option to add crushed pecans. Dip or drizzle the twists in a delicious glaze.
What are Cinnamon Twists?
Homemade cinnamon twists are the perfect pastry for brunch served alongside coffee or tea. Or makes a wonderful party dessert. This easy cinnamon twists recipe has the flavors of a cinnamon roll. Made with puff pastry, cinnamon, sugar, and butter (add in pecans if desired). Then twist them up, bake, and serve with a quick glaze. Unlike the Taco Bell Cinnamon Twists which are crunchy, these twists are light and flaky.
Ingredients
How to Make Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists
- Sprinkle a clean surface with flour to prevent dough from sticking. Unfold dough and place it on the floured surface. Roll out the dough to about 11-12 inches. Brush melted butter over the top of the dough.
- In a small bowl, combine cinnamon and sugar. Sprinkle mixture evenly over the top of the buttered dough. Sprinkle with crushed pecans if using.
- Grab the ends of the dough and fold them toward the center one at a time to create three even layers. Cut the pastry starting from the short end using a sharp knife or pizza cutter (approximately ¾ inch thickness making approximately 15 strips).
- Roll the dough into twists (I found it easier to start twisting at the center and work my way to the edges). Place twists on the prepared baking sheet. Press down on the edges to prevent them from unraveling.
- Bake 18-20 minutes or until golden and puffed.
- Prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar, melted butter, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Add more milk if a thinner consistency is desired. Serve as a dip or drizzle over twists.
FAQ’s for Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists
Are Cinnamon Twists Gluten-Free?
These cinnamon twists are not gluten-free. To make the recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free puff pastry.
To make vegan, use a vegan puff pastry and swap dairy products for plant-based. Here is a link to a gluten-free and vegan option for puff pastry dough.
Where do you get puff pastry?
Puff pastry dough is available at your local grocery store in the freezer section. Look near the frozen pies.
Can This Recipe be Prepared Ahead of Time?
Yes, you can prep the cinnamon twists ahead of time. After preparing, store them in the refrigerator uncooked. Then when you are ready to serve throw them in the oven for fresh homemade cinnamon twists.
Storage
Cinnamon sugar twists are best when eaten the same day. However, you can store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Freeze in a Ziploc bag for up to 3 months.
How to Reheat Cinnamon Twists
The easiest way is to reheat them in the microwave for 15 seconds or until warm. I recommend reheating if eating leftovers.
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Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists
Equipment
- cookie sheet
- parchment paper
- Rolling Pin
- small bowl
- sharp knife or pizza cutter
Ingredients
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry dough thawed according to package directions
- ¼ cup cane sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp butter melted
For Cinnamon Pecan Twists
- ½ cup pecans crushed
For the Glaze
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp butter melted
- 2 tbsp milk plus more if needed
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle a clean surface with flour to prevent dough from sticking. Unfold dough and place it on the floured surface. Roll out the dough to about 11-12 inches. Brush melted butter over the top of the dough.
- In a small bowl, combine cinnamon and sugar. Sprinkle mixture evenly over the buttered dough. Sprinkle with pecans on top if using. Grab the ends of the dough and fold them toward the center one at a time to create three even layers. Cut the pastry from the short end using a sharp knife or pizza cutter (approximately ¾ inch thickness making approximately 15 strips).Roll the dough into twists (I found it easier to start twisting at the center and work my way to the edges). Place them on the prepared baking sheet. Press down on the edges to prevent unraveling.
- Bake 18-20 minutes or until golden and puffed.
Glaze
- While the twists are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar, melted butter, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Add more milk if a thinner consistency is desired.
- Best eaten the same day, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days. If eating leftovers, I recommend heating in the microwave until warm.
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