Cinnamon Sugar Puff Pastry Twists
Golden baked puff pastry strips tossed in cinnamon sugar, delivering flaky layers with a sweet, crisp finish. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 25 minutes pairs melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) sheet, thawed frozen puff pastry sheet
- 2 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Step 3: Roll out 1 thawed (8 oz) puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface into a 10x10 inch square.
- Step 4: Brush the entire surface with 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter evenly.
- Step 5: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered pastry.
- Step 6: Cut the pastry into 12 strips approximately 1 inch wide.
- Step 7: Twist each strip several times and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart.
- Step 8: Bake for 12-15 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Step 9: Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinnamon Sugar Puff Pastry Twists take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cinnamon Sugar Puff Pastry Twists?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep melted unsalted butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon Sugar Puff Pastry Twists?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cinnamon Sugar Puff Pastry Twists for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cinnamon Sugar Puff Pastry Twists?
French desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
