Ingredients
– 1 sheet of puff pastry (thawed)
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
– 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
– Optional: 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
– Optional: 1 tablespoon milk (for icing)
Instructions
Making Cinnamon Twists Better Than Donuts is a straightforward process. Follow these simple steps to create your delicious treats:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet to smooth it out gently.
3. Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Mix well.
4. Sprinkle Mixture: Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the entire surface of the puff pastry.
5. Cut Pastry: Cut the pastry into strips about 1 inch wide and 5-6 inches long.
6. Twist Strips: Take each strip and twist it several times to create a spiral effect.
7. Place on Baking Sheet: Arrange the twisted strips on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each one.
8. Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the twists with the beaten egg to give them a golden color when baked.
9. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the twists are puffed and golden brown.
10. Cool: Remove from the oven and let them cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
11. Optional Icing: If desired, mix powdered sugar with milk to create a simple icing. Drizzle over the twists once they have cooled slightly.
By following these steps, you’ll create irresistible Cinnamon Twists Better Than Donuts that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 twists
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 3g