Description
Mouthwatering Pumpkin Twists with Cinnamon Sugar blend autumn’s warmth into a delightful pastry experience. Flaky layers of golden dough swirl with sweet spices, promising a comforting treat perfect for crisp fall mornings or cozy afternoon gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 package (2 sheets) puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) canned pumpkin puree
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Sweeteners and Spices:
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for sprinkling)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal non-stick baking.
- Create a fragrant pumpkin filling by combining pumpkin puree with brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl.
- Dust a clean work surface with flour and carefully roll out the puff pastry sheets, then slice each sheet into four precise squares.
- Delicately spread a thin, even layer of the prepared pumpkin mixture across each pastry square, ensuring complete coverage.
- Transform each square by folding it in half to create a rectangle, then gently twist the pastry to form an elegant spiral shape.
- Apply a glossy egg wash over the twisted pastries using a pastry brush, which will help achieve a golden, shiny exterior.
- Combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl, then generously dust the twists with the sweet, aromatic mixture.
- Slide the prepared pumpkin twists into the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until they turn a rich, golden brown and develop a puffy texture. Allow the pastries to cool briefly before serving to enhance their delicate, crisp structure.
Notes
- Choose ripe, sweet pumpkin puree for the most vibrant flavor and natural sweetness in your twists.
- Keep puff pastry cold until just before using to ensure maximum flakiness and crisp texture when baked.
- Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter for clean, precise cuts when shaping the pastry squares to create uniform twists.
- Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing ground cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg to suit personal taste preferences.
- For a gluten-free version, swap traditional puff pastry with gluten-free puff pastry available in specialty grocery stores.
- Transform these twists into a dairy-free treat by using plant-based egg wash alternatives like almond milk or coconut milk.
- Store leftover twists in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days to maintain their crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 146 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 65 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 28 mg