Description
Celebrate the flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Cinnamon Sugar Twists! Flaky puff pastry is filled with spiced pumpkin, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, and drizzled with a sweet maple glaze. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these twists are a quick and irresistible autumn treat.
Ingredients
For the Twists:
- 1 package puff pastry (2 sheets, thawed)
- ½ cup canned pumpkin puree
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for sprinkling)
For the Maple Glaze:
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1–2 teaspoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the Pumpkin Filling
- In a bowl, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and vanilla extract.
- Mix until smooth and evenly blended.
- Prepare the Puff Pastry
- Roll out puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut each sheet into 4 equal squares.
- Assemble the Twists
- Spread a thin layer of pumpkin filling over each square.
- Fold each square in half to form a rectangle, pressing the edges lightly to seal.
- Twist the rectangle gently to create the signature “twist” shape.
- Add the Finishing Touches
- Brush each twist with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and sprinkle over the twists.
- Bake the Twists
- Place the twists on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffy.
- Make the Maple Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Adjust consistency with more milk for a thinner glaze or powdered sugar for a thicker one.
- Drizzle and Serve
- Let the twists cool slightly before drizzling the maple glaze over the top.
- Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
Notes
- Use cold puff pastry for the flakiest results; return it to the fridge if it becomes too warm.
- Avoid overfilling to prevent the twists from leaking during baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze unbaked twists for up to 1 month.
- Experiment with different fillings like apple butter, cream cheese, or chocolate hazelnut spread for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert/Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American