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A collection of freshly baked puff pastry cinnamon twists on a cooling rack, showcasing their flaky layers and golden-brown color before being glazed.

Flaky Cinnamon Twists: The Ultimate Guide to a Perfect Pastry

Discover how to make incredibly Flaky Cinnamon Twists with this easy recipe! Using store-bought puff pastry, these sweet, buttery, and perfectly spiced twists are ready in under 30 minutes. The perfect treat for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 twists
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cinnamon Twists
  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp light brown sugar packed
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 large egg beaten with 1 tbsp water
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tbsp milk or heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Parchment Paper
  • 1 Pizza Cutter or Knife
  • 1 Pastry Brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly flour your work surface and gently unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet.
  2. Brush the pastry with melted butter. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the pastry and gently press it down.
  3. Fold the pastry sheet in half over the filling and press gently. Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the folded dough into 12 even 1-inch wide strips.
  4. Take one strip and twist it several times to create a spiral. Place on the prepared baking sheet, pressing the ends down slightly.
  5. Brush the tops of the twists with the egg wash. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until puffed and deep golden brown.
  6. While the twists bake, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract for the glaze. Let the twists cool for a few minutes before drizzling with glaze. Serve warm.

Notes

Work Quickly: Keep the puff pastry as cold as possible for the flakiest results.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.