Description
Delight in the cozy flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Twist Pastries, featuring flaky puff pastry filled with a spiced pumpkin mixture and a touch of sweetness. Perfect as a dessert or a seasonal snack, these twists offer a comforting blend of cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and brown sugar wrapped in a golden, flaky crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
Filling
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for topping)
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting or glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Make Pumpkin Filling: In a small bowl, combine the canned pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined to create a flavorful filling.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Unroll the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Gently roll it out to smooth any creases or folds, ensuring an even thickness throughout.
- Cut and Fill Pastry: Cut the puff pastry sheet in half lengthwise to form two equal rectangles. Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly over one half, leaving a small border around the edges to help seal the pastry.
- Assemble Twists: Place the second pastry sheet over the pumpkin-covered half and gently press the edges to seal the filling inside.
- Slice and Twist: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the sealed pastry into 1-inch wide strips. Twist each strip several times to form the signature twisted shape and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Apply Egg Wash and Sugar: Brush each twist lightly with the beaten egg to promote a golden, shiny finish. Sprinkle with granulated sugar for added sweetness and a slight crunch.
- Bake: Bake the twists in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes or until they are puffed up and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pumpkin twists to cool slightly before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze for extra sweetness and presentation.
Notes
- Serve warm with coffee or spiced cider for a cozy fall treat.
- Add mini chocolate chips or chopped pecans into the filling for extra texture and flavor.
- These twists taste best when enjoyed the day they’re baked to maintain puffiness and crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
