Description
Delight in these crispy, golden Pumpkin Pie Twists that combine flaky puff pastry with a spiced pumpkin filling. Perfect as an autumnal snack or dessert, these twists are easy to prepare and bake to perfection, offering a warm, fragrant treat with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
Filling
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Finishing
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Prepare pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to smooth out any creases, ensuring an even layer.
- Make filling: In a medium bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and ground cloves. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Assemble: Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly over the rolled-out puff pastry sheet, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent spillage.
- Fold pastry: Carefully fold the pastry sheet in half, enclosing the pumpkin filling, and lightly press down to seal.
- Cut strips: Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the pastry into strips about 1 inch wide.
- Twist strips: Take each strip and gently twist it several times to form spirals, then place them neatly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Egg wash: Brush each twist with the beaten egg to give them a shiny, golden finish when baked.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the twists are puffed and golden brown.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and let the twists cool slightly on a wire rack to set.
- Optional garnish: Dust with powdered sugar before serving to add a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is sufficiently thawed for even rolling and folding.
- Adjust the spice levels in the pumpkin filling to suit your taste.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and lightly reheated in the oven before serving.
