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Sweet Cinnamon Twists

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These Sweet Cinnamon Twists are flaky pastries with a warm cinnamon filling, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 twists
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Twists
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Use pre-made sheets from the frozen section
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Essential for sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Freshly ground is best
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Melted
  • 1 large Egg For wash, optional
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Optional for dusting before serving

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • sharp knife or pizza cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry to about 1/8 inch thick on a floured surface.
  3. Mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a bowl.
  4. Brush the pastry with melted butter and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar evenly.
  5. Slice the pastry into 1-inch wide strips and twist each strip several times.
  6. Optionally brush with egg wash and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1twistCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container; lasts up to 2 days at room temperature or up to 5 days in the fridge. For freezing, use a zip-top bag and keep for up to 3 months.

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