Description
Delight in the warm flavors of fall with these scrumptious Pumpkin Twists. These flaky pastries are filled with a spiced pumpkin mixture and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion—perfect for cozy family gatherings or festive celebrations. The delightful combination of textures and flavors is sure to please everyone. Easy to make and visually appealing, these twists invite you to get creative in the kitchen. Whether served as a dessert, breakfast treat, or snack, they will quickly become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 sheets puff pastry
- 1 cup canned plain pumpkin
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for glaze)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water for the egg wash; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine canned pumpkin, granulated sugar, and pumpkin pie spice until blended.
- Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly across each puff pastry sheet.
- Roll each pastry tightly around the filling, cut down the center while leaving an inch at the top connected, and twist both pieces together.
- Shape into circles by pulling both ends together and pressing firmly.
- Brush each twist with egg wash and sprinkle coarse sugar on top if desired.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown; cool for 10 minutes before glazing.
- Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract together; drizzle over warm twists before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fall
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg