Ingredients
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- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for dusting)
- Cooking spray or parchment paper (for air fryer)
Instructions
- Step 1: Thaw the puff pastry according to package directions, typically 30-40 minutes at room temperature. While it thaws, preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon, mixing well.
- Step 2: Lightly dust a clean work surface with all-purpose flour. Unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet onto the floured surface and gently roll it out slightly with a rolling pin to about 10×12 inches, if necessary. Brush the entire surface of the pastry sheet evenly with the melted butter.
- Step 3: Generously sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the buttered pastry, ensuring good coverage across the entire sheet. Gently press the sugar mixture into the pastry with your fingers or a light roll of the pin to help it adhere.
- Step 4: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the pastry sheet lengthwise into 1-inch wide strips. Take each pastry strip and gently twist it several times from end to end, creating a spiral shape.
- Step 5: Line your air fryer basket with parchment paper or spray lightly with cooking spray. Arrange the twisted pastry strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded (you will likely need to cook in 2-3 batches). Air fry for 5-7 minutes, or until the twists are golden brown and puffed.
- Step 6: Carefully remove the cinnamon sugar twists from the air fryer and let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving warm.
Notes
- For best flavor and texture, enjoy these twists fresh from the air fryer, but any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Bring back the fresh-baked magic by reheating cooled twists in your air fryer at 300°F (150°C) for 1-2 minutes until warmed and crisp again.
- Serve these warm cinnamon sugar twists as a delightful breakfast treat, an afternoon pick-me-up, or even alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a simple dessert.
- To ensure your cinnamon sugar coating stays put, press the mixture firmly onto the buttered pastry before cutting; this helps it adhere better through twisting and air frying for maximum deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist (approx. 18g)
- Calories: 160
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Protein: 5g