These Easy Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists are flaky, buttery, and coated in sweet cinnamon sugar. They bake up golden and crisp in minutes, making them perfect for dessert, breakfast, or a quick sweet snack.
If you want a bakery-style treat without the hassle, these Easy Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists are the answer.
Made with store-bought puff pastry and a simple cinnamon sugar filling, they twist up fast, bake beautifully, and come out irresistibly crisp on the outside and tender inside, no yeast, no waiting, just pure cinnamon bliss.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Ridiculously easy: Store-bought puff pastry does all the heavy lifting.
- Fast bake time: From prep to plate in about 20 minutes.
- Flaky and buttery: Crispy layers with soft, cinnamon-sugar centers.
- Perfect anytime treat: Great for breakfast, dessert, or coffee breaks.
- Totally customizable: Add icing, nuts, or extra spice if you’re feeling fancy.
Ingredients Needed
- Puff Pastry: Frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed for easy twisting
- Butter: Melted butter adds richness and helps cinnamon sugar stick
- Granulated Sugar: Granulated sugar creates sweet, crisp cinnamon coating
- Brown Sugar: Brown sugar adds deep sweetness and caramel notes
- Ground Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon provides warm, classic spice flavor
- Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract enhances sweetness and bakery-style aroma
How To Make Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists
Step One: Heat your oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step Two: Unfold the thawed puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface and brush evenly with melted butter.
Step Three: Mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon, then sprinkle generously over the pastry.
Step Four: Slice the pastry into even strips, twist each strip tightly, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Step Five: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the twists are puffed and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving, or drizzle with icing if desired.
Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists Recipe Tips
- Keep pastry cold: Puff pastry twists best when slightly chilled, not warm.
- Don’t skimp on sugar: A generous cinnamon sugar layer gives better flavor and crunch.
- Twist tightly: Tighter twists hold their shape and bake evenly.
- Watch the oven: Puff pastry can go from golden to dark fast.
- Optional glaze: A quick powdered sugar glaze takes these over the top.
Storing Instructions
- Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Refrigerator: Keep refrigerated up to 4 days; reheat briefly to crisp.
- Freezer: Freeze baked twists up to 2 months; reheat in the oven at 350°F until warm and flaky.
Other Cooking Instructions
- Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Place twisted pastry strips in a single layer and cook for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until puffed and golden.
- Toaster Oven: Bake at 400°F for 10–12 minutes on a lined tray, watching closely so the sugar doesn’t burn.
- Make-Ahead Option: Twist the pastry strips, place them on a tray, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists Recipe Faqs
Can I use frozen puff pastry? Yes, just thaw it according to package directions before using.
Do I need to egg wash the twists? No, butter gives plenty of color and flavor, but egg wash adds extra shine if you want it.
Why did my twists lose their shape? The pastry was likely too warm. Chill the twists for 10 minutes before baking.
Can I add icing or glaze? Absolutely. A simple powdered sugar and milk glaze works great.
How do I keep them crispy? Let them cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Can I double the recipe? Yes, just bake in batches so the twists aren’t overcrowded.
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Easy Puff Pastry Cinnamon Twists
Description
Ingredients
- 1 sheet Puff Pastry, thawed for easy twisting
- 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Heat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unfold the thawed 1 sheet Puff Pastry onto a lightly floured surface and brush evenly with melted 2 tablespoons Butter.
- Mix 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar, 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract and 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon, then sprinkle generously over the pastry.
- Slice the pastry into even strips, twist each strip tightly, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the twists are puffed and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving, or drizzle with icing if desired.
Equipment
- Baking Pan
- Parchment Paper
Notes
Other Cooking Instructions
Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Place twisted pastry strips in a single layer and cook for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until puffed and golden. Toaster Oven: Bake at 400°F for 10–12 minutes on a lined tray, watching closely so the sugar doesn’t burn. Make-Ahead Option: Twist the pastry strips, place them on a tray, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.Nutrition
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