Cinnamon Puff Pastry Twists

Tea time is so important to me. It is time where I just sit and relax after a very hectic and busy day. I take those few minutes to switch my mind off and enjoy the quiet. Even my kids know that ‘tea time is me time’. But what is a cup of tea without a little sweet treat. These cinnamon puff pastry twists are light, flakey and buttery cinnamon treats. Perfect with that cup of tea you NEED. 

Preparation Time 15 minutes 

Cook Time 15 minutes 

Yields 15 twists 

Ingredients 

2 packs puff pastry/ 200 grams / 10 squares of puff pastry 

45 grams unsalted butter- softened 

2/3 cup / 120 grams sugar 

1 teaspoon cinnamon 

1 egg- for egg wash 

Instructions 

1. Thaw the puff pastry but make sure it is still pliable and cold. 

2. Mix the sugar and cinnamon together. Set it aside 

3. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. 

4. Lay 1 puff pastry sheet/ 5 squares on a lined baking sheet. Spread butter on one of the puff pastry sheets. 

5. Top with the cinnamon sugar mixture. Top with the other sheet of puff pastry or the remaining 5 squares of puff pastry. Press it down. 

6. Use a knife or a pastry wheel to make 1 inch strips. Twist a few times and lay them on the lined baking sheet 1 inch apart. Brush the tops with egg wash. 

7. Bake the Cinnamon puff pastry twists at 190c for 15-16 minutes until golden and crispy. Cool for 5 minutes then move them off the baking sheet. Cool to room temperature before serving.