Ingredients
For the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture
- 2-3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Dough
- 1 tablespoon flour (for rolling out dough)
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry dough, thawed (8.8 ounces)
For Egg Wash
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s hot enough for baking the twists to a perfect golden crisp.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Make Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, stir 2 tablespoons of sugar with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon together. Taste the mixture and adjust by adding more sugar if you prefer it sweeter.
- Prepare Surface: Sprinkle flour evenly over a large cutting board to prevent the dough from sticking during rolling.
- Roll Out Dough: Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet onto the floured surface. Gently roll it with a rolling pin to even out the surface and flatten it slightly for easier cutting.
- Make Egg Wash: Whisk 1 egg in a small bowl until smooth. This will be brushed over the dough to help the cinnamon sugar adhere and give a shiny finish.
- Brush Dough: Using a pastry brush, apply a thin layer of the egg wash evenly all over the rolled-out dough. You won’t need all of it, so save some for later.
- Sprinkle Cinnamon Sugar: Evenly distribute most of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the egg-washed dough, reserving a small amount for topping after twisting.
- Cut Into Strips: For long breadsticks, slice the dough vertically into strips about 1 inch wide. Alternatively, cut the dough in half horizontally to create two smaller rectangles and then slice each into 1-inch wide strips for shorter twists.
- Twist the Strips: Pick up each strip, hold both ends, and twist several times to create the signature shape.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the twisted strips on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about an inch of space between each twist. You may need to bake in two batches if they don’t all fit.
- Final Egg Wash & Sugar: Brush any exposed dough surfaces not already covered with cinnamon sugar with the remaining egg wash. Then sprinkle with the reserved cinnamon sugar mixture to add extra sweetness and sparkle.
- Bake: Bake the twists in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until they puff up nicely and turn a golden brown color.
Notes
- Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed before working with it to avoid tearing.
- You can adjust the sweetness by increasing or decreasing the sugar in the cinnamon sugar mix.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and a crisp texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat briefly to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
