Description
Delightfully warm and flaky cinnamon crescent twists made with buttery puff pastry, fragrant cinnamon, and sweet sugar. These golden twists are perfect for a cozy breakfast or a sweet snack, topped with a light dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
Filling
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- About 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Prepare Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 1/8 inch, ensuring an even surface for consistent baking.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create the flavorful cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Cut and Coat: Cut the rolled-out puff pastry into triangles. Brush each triangle generously with melted butter, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered surface for maximum flavor.
- Shape Twists: Roll each triangle starting from the base toward the tip, twisting the ends slightly to create the characteristic crescent twist shape.
- Bake: Place the twists on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are puffed up and golden brown.
- Finish and Serve: Let the twists cool slightly after baking. Drizzle with additional melted butter and dust with powdered sugar before serving for an indulgent finish.
Notes
- Make sure the puff pastry is fully thawed to prevent cracking when rolling.
- You can add chopped nuts or raisins before rolling for added texture and flavor.
- Serve these twists warm for the best taste and flaky texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature and reheat briefly in the oven before serving.
