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Cinnamon Twists Recipe

Cinnamon Twists Recipe

Flaky, buttery puff pastry twists coated in warm cinnamon-sugar and finished with a light vanilla glaze. Simple, irresistible, and ready fast.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 16 minutes
Total Time: 31 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 17.3 oz thawed puff pastry about 2 sheets
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 0.33 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.13 tsp fine salt
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour for dusting the surface
  • 0.75 cup powdered sugar for glaze
  • 1.5 tbsp milk for glaze; add more to thin
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract for glaze

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment.
  • Stir sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl until evenly combined.
  • Dust the counter with flour. Unfold puff pastry and roll lightly to smooth seams.
  • Brush the pastry with melted butter, leaving a small border on the edges.
  • Scatter the cinnamon-sugar over the buttered surface. Press gently to help it stick.
  • Fold the pastry in half like a book. Roll very lightly to seal the layers.
  • Slice into 12 strips. Twist each strip and place on the prepared sheets, spacing them out.
  • Brush twists with any remaining butter. Sprinkle a pinch of leftover cinnamon-sugar on top.
  • Bake 14–16 minutes, rotating pans halfway, until puffed and deeply golden.
  • Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Cool twists 5 minutes, then drizzle with glaze.

Notes

Try orange zest in the glaze or add finely chopped pecans before twisting for crunch. Store leftovers airtight at room temperature for 2 days; rewarm at 325°F for 5 minutes to refresh crispness.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Cinnamon Twists Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.