Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet (about 14 oz) frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (or water)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Step 2: Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface. Brush the entire surface with the melted butter, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the pastry.
- Step 3: Gently fold the pastry in half lengthwise (like a book), pressing lightly to secure the cinnamon-sugar layer. Cut the folded sheet into 1-inch wide strips using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Step 4: Take each 1-inch strip, hold both ends, and twist 4 to 5 times to form a spiral. Place the twisted strips on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each twist.
- Step 5: Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the twists are puffed up, flaky, and golden brown. Transfer the twists to a wire rack to cool slightly.
- Step 6: While the twists cool, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla bean paste in a bowl until a smooth, thin glaze forms. Drizzle the glaze generously over the warm cinnamon twists before serving.
Notes
- Store cooled, unglazed twists in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days; glaze just before serving for the freshest crunch.
- To revive the crispness of day-old twists, place them in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for just 3 to 5 minutes until warm and flaky.
- For an extra decadent treat, serve warm twists alongside a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a warm cup of thick salted caramel sauce for dipping.
- For perfectly uniform twists, chill the pastry for 15 minutes after applying the cinnamon sugar—this ensures cleaner cuts and prevents the butter and filling from squeezing out when twisting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American