PrintEasy Cinnamon Twists with Vanilla Glaze
Whip up these simple cinnamon twists using puff pastry for a quick and delicious holiday or brunch treat. They’re perfect for anyone looking for easy dessert recipes.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 12 min
- Total Time: 27 min
- Yield: 12-15 twists 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
- Unfold the puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface. Brush the pastry lightly with the beaten egg.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the pastry.
- Fold the pastry sheet in half lengthwise. Cut the folded pastry into 1/2-inch wide strips.
- Gently twist each strip several times to create a spiral effect. Place the twists onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
- While the twists are baking, prepare the glaze. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Once the twists are baked, let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Drizzle the vanilla glaze over the warm cinnamon twists. Let the glaze set before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- If you don’t have milk for the glaze, you can use water or heavy cream.
- These twists are best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 twists
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg